As a father of four adult sons, this song just punched me in the gut and the tears flowed. Your pen is very, very sharp. It cuts deep like the sharpest of swords. Our family is so close right now and it’s beautiful, beautiful gifts like this song that remind us of what is most important. Family. Thank you for sharing it with the world.
I'm there with you buddy, tears as I listen to this. I'm 59. My two daughters are 39 and 36, both great parents themselves. My oldest actually posted this for her kids, ages 17, 14 and 12. Life has definitely lined my face but when I look at my Grandkids I just smile with joy. Lori's songs speak to your heart and soul. Makes you remember what's important
It is the most beautiful song I have ever heard. Even when your kids are grown up I know there are times that wish they weren't all grown up. And I do to. I miss them so much and my six grand children that I rarely get to see. I don't have a vehicle that I can trust to drive that far. But God is going to bless me with one. Just pray and pray. He is always listening .
This songs makes me understand my father well. I am 29 now and i understand what he see when he look at me now that I'm older . I now see how he used to hide me from the world. When i get my child i hope I'm man enough to shelter him or her like he does. Love you Dad
I’m a bartender. I have no kids. One of my regulars is a woman in her early 70s, who was sharing with me that her book with her now-grown boys was “I Love You Forever.” My mom read that one to me and my brother when we were growing up, and my mom is the person who sent me this song. I showed it to Ms Debbie after that talk and she cried. It’s a treasure.
My dad shared this song with me. I’m 40 and my dad is 59. He was a kid having a kid, but he is a great Dad. I had my first at 22. He is now 18. This song resonates with me.
New dad here. Just had twin boys. I had just discovered this song while in the hospital. Cried listening to this driving them home. Cry every time I hear it. Also makes you wish for simpler times. Such an amazingly emotional feel good song. Glad to see there are other guys on here admitting to crying to this song.
One of my step dads that was only present in my life for a split second taught me the Lords Prayer before I went to bed at night. I still say it regularly 41 years later. Even for folks who don’t have kids, the passage of time and the state of the world resonates so fiercely.
I found this song a couple months ago. My only child is turning 18 in a little over a week, then graduates high school soon after. This song helps me get in touch with this reality...and always brings tears. Glad this song was put into our world. Thank you
Brought a little tear to this old man's eyes thinking about my 13-year-old daughter. She could probably use this song these days. But she'll never listen.
If you really listen to this song, and many others by Lori, it almost seems more like a prayer carrying you off into transcendence than just a work of art. In my imagination, it's almost like I am communing with a Saint. Lori is so soulful. So profound.
At 50 this song really hits me. Maybe for the sadness of never having kids. I think it gives me an idea of how my mother feels about doing the best she could raising and loving 3 kids. Truly an amazing song.
Wow, talk about timing to find this song. I’m 37 weeks pregnant, I was playing indie music randomly on Alexa and this song started playing in the background as I was unpacking my babies things I got from Amazon. I didn’t even realize this song was playing as I was sitting in my thoughts, looking at the things feeling blessed that she’s coming and realized how amazing this song is. Wow. God is weird man.
@tiara Pacheco I’m packing to move back in with my adult son due to my own health issues and his pending divorce, so I can help with my 2 grandkids. This song came on randomly as well and I burst into tears. Sending you blessings for a safe and happy baby!
@chandrawoods9687 I agree....another song not as emotional is a song I don't remember the title but it goes like" your gonna miss these days, your gonna wish you had them back"... its a journey of life in song.
Songs on a Radio that should play this everyday! Sweet, slow and the Truth, where have these songs been, just fortunate enough to be here for this one.
When I heard this song, it broke me up. Then my wife, my daughter, my tough as nails son-in-law. Any parent who loves their child/children will feel this deep in the marrow.
My 22 year old daughter sent me this beautiful song. She didn’t realize I would cry like a baby every time I listened to it. My children are all grown, and two of them are around the same age I was when then were born. They still are my babies, and they always will be. ❤️ Thank you from the bottom of my heart for creating this song. 🥰😭
Went through so so many songs, trying to find the perfect song for my dance with my son at his wedding in 2 weeks. Came across this and instantly knew this was the one. Incredible.
Mine will be 18 in October & going into his Senior year. I’m alllll tore up! Not that I wish these feelings on another, but glad I’m not the only mama in her feels about all this. I lost my first child, so he’s my only one...my miracle baby. 😭
I learned this song on guitar so I could play it to my 5 year old daughter. I can’t even make it through the whole song in practice without choking up. Great song, says it all!
I absolutely Love this song, incredibly written & delivered, so good on all levels, I have shared this with both of my daughters, the universal gift of music, touches the soul, thanks for your gift 🎶
I don't even know how this song came on my radar today. But I haven't felt a song pull so hard at my heart for a long time. This song has such timeless relevance...🙏❤🙌
I had never heard this song until yesterday when I was working at our new house and it came on my shuffle and by the chorus I was just staring into space crying on a 10 ft ladder with a paintbrush in my hand. What the heck?! That's a first! Lol as a mom of an 11 yr old and a 20 yr old this hit me right in the gut. Beautiful song
This is so very far beyond timelessly beautiful! A truly stunning marriage of story telling and her incredible heartfelt voice...simply magical! 10 out of 5 stars! ❤
Lori always sings from the heart....her songs tell stories of REAL life, lived by REAL people....happiness and sadness mix with laughter and tears.......as a senior citizen, I really appreciate her acceptance of and joy at the experiences that led to life in our later years
Empty nest … 😢 ❤ What a fitting song. Beautiful. Empty nest is something- a grief- like no other. It’s still grief. And I am fresh in it. She will always be my baby… like a nesting doll. The core of her is my lil one.
As a parent, this song speaks to my soul. Thank you for writing such a beautiful song, Ms. McKenna. I must have played it 100 times. My own daughter is grown and has children of her own, but this song touched my heart as it reminded me of being a young mother and how much I love her.
I just sent this beautiful song to my 4 grown children who have given me 8 beautiful grandkids...they are still my babies and I’m 58....then sent it to my mom...because me & my sisters...she’s 76...and we are still her babies. This song hits every generation...and yes...I cry my eyes out every time I listen to it. Her voice is beautiful!
My daughter of 42 has gone to her great reward this past August and this songs has just crushed me. She will always be my baby girl even at 42. Love this song! Thanks!
Sent this link to my daughters who both have a 2 year old and new born. I hope we didn't mess this world up too bad for them. Did any one else have a fire fly jar to stare at one summer night as a kid?
Oh how this shows the intense love and emotions that occur over time. Thank you for reminding us of the incredible love, devotion and wishes we have for our children! ❤
I discovered LM when I stumbled across her album Bittertown around 2004. I fell in love with her songwriting right on the spot. And NO ONE sings her songs like she does.
Laying in bed with my son for several hours trying to get him to sleep as he struggles and this song comes on, we liked it…listened to it again and the lyrics, haven’t cried like that in a really long time…beautiful song!
I listen to so much music that I forget some of the most beautiful songs. This song is apparently one of the 31 hours playlist that I have on Spotify. As I was waking up this morning, this song was playing through my earbuds. I won't forget this ever again. Touched me deeply all over again.
Well this song came on when I was cooking dinner.. never heard it before. Hit me right in the gut and made me start crying my eyes out. Damn good song and I’m going through it as a dad right now
I'm a mom through adoption after over 11 years of infertility and loss. The first time I heard this song, I was rocking my beautiful baby girl, and it was one of the most poignant experiences of my life. Every time I hear it, I'm just as moved. Thank you so much for this beautiful, powerful gift of music.
Congratulations! As someone who went through 8 years of infertility treatment, countless surgeries, invetro’s, the whole ballgame, I understand. When u finally hold that baby in your arms, NOTHING else matters. It’s worth EVERYTHING.
As the legendary Bob Harris (BBC -UK) says: 'One of the great songwriters of our time.' I anticipated the new album 'The Balladeer' the same way that I have the most recent from Bruce ('Western Stars') and Dylan ('Rough and Rowdy Ways'). And, of course, I haven't been disappointed; three great albums. And some classic songs including this one. There are few people that I have wanted to see live that I haven't yet seen and Lori is one of them. She truly deserves a bigger audience for her own albums and shows. I daydream that sometime Lori will headline her own shows in the UK. I have thought of the support act too -Mark Erelli.
Mrs. McKenna, I’m a bit ashamed I had no idea who you were until now!! Your songwriting is absolutely amazing!! How could I not now all those incredible songs you’ve written?!! Your voice is beautiful as well! What an incredibly beautiful song!! Thank you for sharing such beautiful art!!🙏😊
I love her!!! We just found out my baby brother and wife are pregnant and he's the youngest of 5 and I sent this to her! Thank you for sharing your amazing talents with the world!❤❤🎼🎵🎶
Lori, with songs like these, all you seem to do is wreck me. I see you made Liz Rose tear up at the end, too. So beautiful. Your songs remind me how much meaning there is to life. I cannot thank you enough.
As a father of four adult sons, this song just punched me in the gut and the tears flowed. Your pen is very, very sharp. It cuts deep like the sharpest of swords. Our family is so close right now and it’s beautiful, beautiful gifts like this song that remind us of what is most important. Family. Thank you for sharing it with the world.
Same
I so feel you!! I cry everytime I hear it. It’s such truth! ❤
I'm there with you buddy, tears as I listen to this. I'm 59. My two daughters are 39 and 36, both great parents themselves. My oldest actually posted this for her kids, ages 17, 14 and 12. Life has definitely lined my face but when I look at my Grandkids I just smile with joy. Lori's songs speak to your heart and soul. Makes you remember what's important
I'm a Mother of 3 grown women and my youngest one sings it to her boys (2), and she just sent it to me and said she loved me 😍🙏
It is the most beautiful song I have ever heard. Even when your kids are grown up I know there are times that wish they weren't all grown up. And I do to. I miss them so much and my six grand children that I rarely get to see.
I don't have a vehicle that I can trust to drive that far. But God is going to bless me with one. Just pray and pray. He is always listening .
What is it about Lori McKenna songs that make me cry like no other? Simply beautiful.
Yeah..Patty Griffin does that too...love me some Lori
I’m right there with ya little brother.
Patrick you should learn this song. Such pretty piano.
Her voice is one to be trusted. I think it's because you can feel her love for her own children in every line.
So true
This songs makes me understand my father well. I am 29 now and i understand what he see when he look at me now that I'm older . I now see how he used to hide me from the world. When i get my child i hope I'm man enough to shelter him or her like he does. Love you Dad
I’m a bartender. I have no kids. One of my regulars is a woman in her early 70s, who was sharing with me that her book with her now-grown boys was “I Love You Forever.” My mom read that one to me and my brother when we were growing up, and my mom is the person who sent me this song. I showed it to Ms Debbie after that talk and she cried. It’s a treasure.
I am an old man and my daughter sent me this song. tears of joy.... Thank you all!
My dad shared this song with me. I’m 40 and my dad is 59. He was a kid having a kid, but he is a great Dad. I had my first at 22. He is now 18. This song resonates with me.
New dad here. Just had twin boys. I had just discovered this song while in the hospital. Cried listening to this driving them home. Cry every time I hear it. Also makes you wish for simpler times. Such an amazingly emotional feel good song. Glad to see there are other guys on here admitting to crying to this song.
This such a raw song. My mom sent it to me. I’m an emotional wreck right now. 😅 I’m about to enter mu 20s here in a couple months. It hits home.
Son's getting married and I want this to be the mother son dance song. Simply beautiful 💞
Perfect
Absolutely perfect!!!
Did you get your wish to dance with your son to this? I hope you did. It's beautiful.
This was the song I danced with my son at his wedding to!
My son and I danced to this song at his wedding!
One of my step dads that was only present in my life for a split second taught me the Lords Prayer before I went to bed at night. I still say it regularly 41 years later. Even for folks who don’t have kids, the passage of time and the state of the world resonates so fiercely.
I found this song a couple months ago. My only child is turning 18 in a little over a week, then graduates high school soon after. This song helps me get in touch with this reality...and always brings tears. Glad this song was put into our world. Thank you
Who would ever give this a thumbs down? 🙁 One of the best song writers of generation.
derek taylor people who are celebrating “ Opposite Day “ 😂
@@MusicLover-be9xf Clearly, because this is beautiful!
@@ms.larainnewilson381 she’s the best of the best and my lifetime favorite ❤️
I cannot make it through this song without tearing up. As the father of a two year old and the son of aging parents it just...hits you
A song from every mother, a song to every child, no matter how old you are.
Or just from every parent.
Excuse me, my eyes are running like fountains now. Good lord, what a song!
😭😭😭😭 Sent this to my daughter, who has two daughters of her own and 😭😭😭😭 from her, too!!!! LOVE THIS!!!!
Brought a little tear to this old man's eyes thinking about my 13-year-old daughter. She could probably use this song these days. But she'll never listen.
I’m right now listening to songs trying to decide which one my son and I can dance to at his wedding and I just found it 😭😭❤️❤️
mother-son dance for his wedding- what a gift- thank you
If you really listen to this song, and many others by Lori, it almost seems more like a prayer carrying you off into transcendence than just a work of art. In my imagination, it's almost like I am communing with a Saint. Lori is so soulful. So profound.
This has to be the best Mother child song Ever♥️♥️
At 50 this song really hits me. Maybe for the sadness of never having kids. I think it gives me an idea of how my mother feels about doing the best she could raising and loving 3 kids. Truly an amazing song.
U can always foster to adopt... there are beautiful chikdrenooking for good moms.....and dads...just a thought.
I wish you well.❤
Wow, talk about timing to find this song. I’m 37 weeks pregnant, I was playing indie music randomly on Alexa and this song started playing in the background as I was unpacking my babies things I got from Amazon. I didn’t even realize this song was playing as I was sitting in my thoughts, looking at the things feeling blessed that she’s coming and realized how amazing this song is. Wow. God is weird man.
Time passes so very quickly! 🥲 sounds so very cliche but cherish.every.second!
@tiara Pacheco I’m packing to move back in with my adult son due to my own health issues and his pending divorce, so
I can help with my 2 grandkids. This song came on randomly as well and I burst into tears. Sending you blessings for a safe and happy baby!
@chandrawoods9687 I agree....another song not as emotional is a song I don't remember the title but it goes like" your gonna miss these days, your gonna wish you had them back"... its a journey of life in song.
Songs on a Radio that should play this everyday! Sweet, slow and the Truth, where have these songs been, just fortunate enough to be here for this one.
When I heard this song, it broke me up. Then my wife, my daughter, my tough as nails son-in-law. Any parent who loves their child/children will feel this deep in the marrow.
My 22 year old daughter sent me this beautiful song. She didn’t realize I would cry like a baby every time I listened to it.
My children are all grown, and two of them are around the same age I was when then were born. They still are my babies, and they always will be. ❤️
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for creating this song. 🥰😭
Went through so so many songs, trying to find the perfect song for my dance with my son at his wedding in 2 weeks. Came across this and instantly knew this was the one. Incredible.
Dear girl. You can make an old man cry. A good way. Thanks for your voice.
My son just turned 18... This song. OMG melts my heart.
Mine too! Turned 18 last week and I am NOT dealing well!
Mine will be 18 in October & going into his Senior year. I’m alllll tore up! Not that I wish these feelings on another, but glad I’m not the only mama in her feels about all this. I lost my first child, so he’s my only one...my miracle baby. 😭
That voice. She's a treasure. An absolutely beautiful classic.
How Ms. McKenna isn’t more well known confounds me. Amazing artist.
Lori Mckenna is flat out talent. -Ric Sullivan
Wow, blown away. I sent this to my two kids, and I cried because I miss them so much. Thank you for sharing this with us
I too the baby
I did the same thing with my three , 26, 30 and 33 ... hits home so hard!!!
Me too. Tears rolling down my face listening
Me too ❤
I learned this song on guitar so I could play it to my 5 year old daughter. I can’t even make it through the whole song in practice without choking up. Great song, says it all!
I absolutely Love this song, incredibly written & delivered, so good on all levels, I have shared this with both of my daughters, the universal gift of music, touches the soul, thanks for your gift 🎶
I don't even know how this song came on my radar today. But I haven't felt a song pull so hard at my heart for a long time. This song has such timeless relevance...🙏❤🙌
Same here :)
I was working on my laptop and i just said alexa play music and this was the first song that played and i am honestly so grateful
I had never heard this song until yesterday when I was working at our new house and it came on my shuffle and by the chorus I was just staring into space crying on a 10 ft ladder with a paintbrush in my hand. What the heck?! That's a first! Lol as a mom of an 11 yr old and a 20 yr old this hit me right in the gut. Beautiful song
This is so very far beyond timelessly beautiful! A truly stunning marriage of story telling and her incredible heartfelt voice...simply magical! 10 out of 5 stars! ❤
Just lost my 35 year old son to Leukemia on Oct 6th after a 9 month long battle and this song really hits home.
Bless you
A year later, I hope you have found a few moments of peace. Cancer is the great thief. It takes everything.
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Sending love to you. We all hurt hearing this. God bless you and your family.
Might be the most beautiful song I've ever heard.
Lori always sings from the heart....her songs tell stories of REAL life, lived by REAL people....happiness and sadness mix with laughter and tears.......as a senior citizen, I really appreciate her acceptance of and joy at the experiences that led to life in our later years
Empty nest … 😢 ❤ What a fitting song. Beautiful. Empty nest is something- a grief- like no other. It’s still grief. And I am fresh in it. She will always be my baby… like a nesting doll. The core of her is my lil one.
As a parent, this song speaks to my soul. Thank you for writing such a beautiful song, Ms. McKenna. I must have played it 100 times. My own daughter is grown and has children of her own, but this song touched my heart as it reminded me of being a young mother and how much I love her.
Truth with a sharp knife to the gut. She makes me cry every time
I just discovered this song today, on the one year anniversary of my mom passing away! Oh man the tears have flowed over this one! I miss her so much!
I,m 73 and still miss my mom and dad still cry
I just sent this beautiful song to my 4 grown children who have given me 8 beautiful grandkids...they are still my babies and I’m 58....then sent it to my mom...because me & my sisters...she’s 76...and we are still her babies. This song hits every generation...and yes...I cry my eyes out every time I listen to it. Her voice is beautiful!
My daughter of 42 has gone to her great reward this past August and this songs has just crushed me. She will always be my baby girl even at 42.
Love this song! Thanks!
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I just had my first baby two months ago. My dad just called me crying begging me to listen to this song. Talk about a tearjerker!
Lori in her element with the rest of the Love Junkies by her side.
So beatiful.
Sent this link to my daughters who both have a 2 year old and new born. I hope we didn't mess this world up too bad for them. Did any one else have a fire fly jar to stare at one summer night as a kid?
Oh how this shows the intense love and emotions that occur over time. Thank you for reminding us of the incredible love, devotion and wishes we have for our children! ❤
My daughter turned me on to Lori all the way back on the bittertown album.
Been a huge fan ever since
I discovered LM when I stumbled across her album Bittertown around 2004. I fell in love with her songwriting right on the spot. And NO ONE sings her songs like she does.
Single mom, my son moved to Sweden and we rarely talk now. This song just really hit me hard. Beautiful ❤️
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I hope you get the chance to visit him soon
I have a similar situation ... breaks my heart 😢
Get on a plane and go see him
Beautiful and So True ❤❤❤
Another father brought to tears by this song- wow!
Heard this song the other day for the first time, and I can't stop thinking about it and crying.
Who on earth could give this a "thumbs down"? The coldest of hearts is my guess.
Just heard this for the first time while rocking my son to sleep and now I'm crying like a baby.
Girl me too! Bawling 😭 such a sweet song . This mama loves her baby boy!
Laying in bed with my son for several hours trying to get him to sleep as he struggles and this song comes on, we liked it…listened to it again and the lyrics, haven’t cried like that in a really long time…beautiful song!
Can’t wait to dance with my son in August
Just a tear jerker for sure, memories all come flooding back...
Keep being the greatest storyteller of our generation
I listen to so much music that I forget some of the most beautiful songs. This song is apparently one of the 31 hours playlist that I have on Spotify. As I was waking up this morning, this song was playing through my earbuds. I won't forget this ever again. Touched me deeply all over again.
She just won song of the year 2020 to me.
Love this so much dedicated it to my son two years ago 💙
Ok, I was tear free through most of it until my kids had kids in this song...then drops of tears
I don't even like country and this song stopped me in my tracks. I just cried so hard.
Beautiful. Just beautiful.
This lady writes the truth and then sings that truth in a way that touches a wide spectrum of people. She defines what an artist should strive to be.
Well this song came on when I was cooking dinner.. never heard it before. Hit me right in the gut and made me start crying my eyes out. Damn good song and I’m going through it as a dad right now
I'm a mom through adoption after over 11 years of infertility and loss. The first time I heard this song, I was rocking my beautiful baby girl, and it was one of the most poignant experiences of my life. Every time I hear it, I'm just as moved. Thank you so much for this beautiful, powerful gift of music.
Congratulations! As someone who went through 8 years of infertility treatment, countless surgeries, invetro’s, the whole ballgame, I understand. When u finally hold that baby in your arms, NOTHING else matters. It’s worth EVERYTHING.
Her songs are so pure
As my son gets ready to graduate & commission in the Army in December, these words hit right in the feels ❤
Oh I love her! She’s such a great writer of songs
My mom posted this...had to stop half way and call her through the crying!! AMAZING!
Her songs cut to the heart. Once a parent, always a parent.
Why have I not heard this before? It took a Carrie Underwood tweet and here I am. Love this, want more of this!
Charity Ross I love hearing about Lori Newbies ❤️
I'm just finding this young lady. Wow.
This song puts tears in my eyes !
So True - Perfect ❤
Oof. Right.in.the.feels! My baby turns 21 soon. You've articulated the feelings in this song.!
One of the best songwriters on the scene right now folks, drink it in. :)
Beautiful, just a beautiful song.
As the legendary Bob Harris (BBC -UK) says: 'One of the great songwriters of our time.' I anticipated the new album 'The Balladeer' the same way that I have the most recent from Bruce ('Western Stars') and Dylan ('Rough and Rowdy Ways'). And, of course, I haven't been disappointed; three great albums. And some classic songs including this one. There are few people that I have wanted to see live that I haven't yet seen and Lori is one of them. She truly deserves a bigger audience for her own albums and shows. I daydream that sometime Lori will headline her own shows in the UK. I have thought of the support act too -Mark Erelli.
Mrs. McKenna, I’m a bit ashamed I had no idea who you were until now!! Your songwriting is absolutely amazing!! How could I not now all those incredible songs you’ve written?!! Your voice is beautiful as well! What an incredibly beautiful song!! Thank you for sharing such beautiful art!!🙏😊
I love her!!! We just found out my baby brother and wife are pregnant and he's the youngest of 5 and I sent this to her! Thank you for sharing your amazing talents with the world!❤❤🎼🎵🎶
One of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard.
What an incredible song and performance.
I found this song on Mellow Folk station on a Amazon Music and I just love everything about it!
My dad sent this to me 🥺😭 And now I'm forwarding it to my teenage children. Thank you for such beautiful music.
Brilliant song...just brilliant.
I wish this was also in Spanish such a beautiful song!
I dedicate this song to my daughter Callie and my daughter Shaye with much love
What a fantastic and heartwarming song!
Lori you have a way of having people forget about their problems
What an absolutely beautiful song...and just in time for Mother’s Day....Lori..you are a class act
As mom of a 2021 graduating senior this hits home. Well done, thank you for sharing your gifts.
Lori, with songs like these, all you seem to do is wreck me. I see you made Liz Rose tear up at the end, too. So beautiful. Your songs remind me how much meaning there is to life. I cannot thank you enough.
Yet another song that makes me fall deeper in love with your music!
Sheryl Gunapati shes the best.