Dan Fogelberg - Leader of the Band (from Live: Greetings from the West)
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- Official live performance of ”Leader of the Band” by Dan Fogelberg
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Lyrics
I thank you for the music and your stories of the road
I thank you for the freedom when it came my time to go
I thank you for the kindness and the times when you got tough
And papa, I don't think I said I love you near enough
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If you loved your dad like I did, how can you not cry when hearing this song?
Absolutely, this is my story with my father who passed during covid in Australia while I was stuck State side😢😢
Even though I never got to know my father, I just recently got to know my grandfather through his nephew, it's as though I got to know where I come from through him
My dad died in 1962, on my older brother’s birthday, I was 17, his loss still tortures me daily. His picture is on my night table. He never goes away because I Will never let that happen. Also, Jesus is the leader of the world’s band.
My Dad passed in 1998. H3 was a simple man, little education, but served America. Yep, he was a soldier under General, George Patton. A soldier by day; their, head cook as he knew how to scratch cook. Yep! I was very grateful that his American Legions provided him with pallbearers, and a military gun salute. Yep!.
I love Dan Fogelberg his songs bring back such good memories and some sad. RIP Dan we love and miss you. ❤😭He died from cancer in 2004.
My 2 older brothers were privileged to be in Dan's father's band in the sixties in Pekin, IL. I had accepted a challenge to change from playing a clarinet to playing a bassoon. I was privileged to have private lessons from Mr. Fogelberg. He not only taught me to play the bassoon, but he put a love of music in my soul. Hearing this song brings back memories of the man who helped me to believe I could play that instrument.
WOW!!
What a treasure ❤
❤😊
Amazing! God Bless
What a great memorie!
Why isn't this man in The Hall Of Fame? He's the greatest singer, songwriter, musician I've ever heard in my life and I'm 67 years old.
I agree. The new music has no soul
You said it...politics? Why?
@@joshuamitchell5481no soul, or melody. Now it’s just shit ass rapping with drum beats. No pitches, no emotion, just bland dog crap
@@joshuamitchell5481 there are some good ones, but yes most are just bad, and I believe its on purpose.
That is a very big thing to be. Best ever?? No friggin way.
My Paw Paw (SSGT Fred B. Cagle) passed at 64 (11/5/81). He led our family with kindness, music & his love of Jesus. He taught me so much....I wish I could tell my Paw Paw how much I love him. I learned this song on my French Horn...."it wasn't near enough".
My Dad passed about about 10 years ago. Was Merchant Marine WWII. Finished high school at 21 because he joined months after Pearl Harbor at 16. I came to understand him later in life. Never spoke of his life growing up. Angered me but made peace with it. As I am now about his age we can be good friends.
RIP Dan, died at 56.. so early
I get choked up every time I hear this song. My father was a carpenter but always wanted to learn to fly planes. He "gave up" his piloting ambitions to support our family with his carpentry skills and work ethic. He was a very moral man and I still strive to "imitate" him that way. I, at times, long to have one last conversation with him... he would be 107 this coming year if he were still with us. He will always be the "hero" in my life and I will always have tears when I hear this song.
My father was a music teacher. He passed-away last year from Covid. 1/19/1937-11/9/2020. This is for you, Dad. ❤️
Hi
Last time I had my prostate checked. ... It was a bit concerning when I noticed the dr. Had a hand on each of my shoulders...😮
RIP to your dad
My dad is starting to fade. He has no musical gift, but I have similar feelings about the values and priorities he instilled in me. Many of which I did not appreciate until I was much older. Love you, dad!
I'm 65 years old and this is one of my all-time favorite songs. The love, tenderness and respect Dan has for his father is heard throughout this song.
I grew up listening to this song. Being 53 now it brings a new meaning & back so many great memories! What a great song & tribute to a father!
My father had been gone almost 16 years and this still hits very hard
This song and mike and mechanics living years prompted me to thank my father for all the things he taught me and the values I hold!
My father died in 1981 of lung cancer. I was devastated. When I heard this for the first time it reminded me of my Pop. I still hear it on the radio and I cry happy tears because I was chosen to be his daughter by God. I'll see him again and it will be a great reunion 🙌🙏❤️
I lost my father in 1975 to cancer. He was just 45 and I was 11. I remember buying this album many yrs ago upon his release in 1981 I do believe, or around that time. Sadly I never said I love you enough either. What's even worse I just lost my mother a couple weeks ago and I never said it enough to her either. That being said we were extremely close and she definitely knew how I felt but still wish I uttered the words many more times.
Está canción es tuya papá, gracias por tus enseñanzas y toda tu música!
This past Monday, my 88 year old grandfather took his last breath, listening to this song. It was one of the most painful, and yet beautiful things I’ve ever seen. I’m a grown man myself, 26. And he will forever be the leader of the band, and my life a poor attempt to imitate him. But Dan’s last words “there was nothing left unsaid.” perfectly encapsulates everything. For in his dying moments he was neither grandfather nor I grandson. Just two friends, smiling goodbye ❤
I feel sorry for any singer songwriter who dares to compare himself with Dan Fogelberg. It is him in a category all to himself. All others are way behind him. Lots of great music out there but there never was nor will there ever be one like him. Truly, comparatively speaking, Dec 16th 2007 was the day the music died
As the saying goes “I hear without listening”. I am 72 years old and I’ve heard this song played for years. Not until now have I finally really listened to the true meaning behind this song. It touches me so deeply. My father was not a musician, but was a leader in his own right. He was a well respected gentleman who spoke no ill of other people. He treated all people fairly. All of his business dealings were honest. He taught me the meaning of an honest days work and to always be a man of your word. He passed when I was a young man. I regret I never told him how much I appreciated the direction he gave me growing up.
My father was a ww2 hero. I could never imagine living up to his legacy, but I’m trying my best
@@allensherrill850 That's all any of us can do.
I feel the same way
Same here Mr. Dan. Same.
What a beautiful tribute to your father!
Do it every year since I turned 30. I’m 63 now .6 on 4/14/24
Easiest thing in the world.
Everyman should have a yearly physical that includes this PSA and thyroid test with complete metabolic and lipid panels
Really miss this great artist
Part of the soundtrack of my life! Peace and Love to all!
My fathers Favorite Song, my father died last year and i always play his favorite song almost everyday. I miss you papa I love you always
If they don't play this at my funeral, I'm not coming.
Lol good one.!!!
Lol
😂😂
Terrific
Well,tell them in advance.LOL😂😂😂
My dad wasnt a musician, but a Marine in WWII. He was a hero to his comrades then and a hero to me in an entirely different way later. The day he died, this was the first song I heard. The quiet power of the words and the music is the way I saw my Dad. Its been more than 39 years and my heart still aches. Love and miss you terribly Dad.
It just isn't something that ever goes away.
This physical body dies but the eternal soul never dies. That is how God the Father Almighty created us. If we die imperfect in this life we get another chance. The soul reincarnates taking another body form next lifetime. Do nobody really dies the soul of your parents, friends, your other relatives, your own soul, moves on to another journey. Some reincarnates to take another physical body but facing the same karma he failed to resolve in the past life.
Leader of the…platoon? 🫡
This also describes my Dad, a WWII Marine and hero, who died in his sleep at age 56, many years ago. Still hurts my heart
I get to know this song because of my papa.... I find this song so beautiful and sincere the first time I heard it and get so excited everytime he plays it in his speaker years before he passed away, now that he is gone, this song means so much to me now. I never listen to this song without shedding a tear. Miss you so much papa❤❤
You beautiful soul ☮️✌️
'Leader of the Band' is a heartfelt tribute that resonates with anyone who's been touched by a father's love and guidance. This song captures the essence of family, nostalgia, and the profound impact of a father's influence. Dan's soulful vocals and poignant lyrics make this song an unforgettable masterpiece that will continue to inspire and move listeners for generations to come. A true gem in the landscape of music. 🎶💖
25 years ago my dad passed. In five days, I will have outlived him. 'papa, I don't think I said I love you near enough....'
My father was a soldier (Marine), a cabinet maker (journeyman in Germany), and self-taught accordion and organ player, had a great music collection that I was fascinated with since I literally was born. He passed last Monday... this was the father/daughter dance song I chose in 2001... tonight this lyric resonates with me even more.
This song means so much to me because it brings me back in time . I lost my Dad 7 years ago and it reminds me of our special times we had shared. God rest his loving soul and know you are missed then you will ever know.
My father died 32 1/2 years ago--half my lifetime ago--& I still miss him so much. And this song still means so much thinking about Dad.
I remember when my dad turned 59 a few years ago, it was just a few days after his birthday, and he said “I am exactly how old my dad was to the day when he died” kinda shocked me, but my dad was much older than I am when his father was 59, I guess it’s easier to lose a parent when you’re 37 than 21, (I was 21 then).
@@practicekindness Yeah, my Dad died 37 years ago. He had this ratty cheap old chair. I've carted it across the country three times. It's too broken down to support anyone, but it has a place of honor in my living room and always will. When I look at it, I see him. Daddy never left his little girl. He looks at me every day from his chair and says, "You know what the right thing to do is." I do what would make Daddy proud because "my life has been a poor attempt to imitate the man."
"His blood runs through my instruments and his song is in my soul." What words!
You were a lucky man Dan Fogelberg to have nothing left unsaid between father and son. May you both rest in peace.
I think of Charles Glanville, formerly "the Leader Of The Band" Monson, MA
Lyrics like that resonate with me big time
"Thunderous velvet hand"
What an amazing string of words, but I get it, I really do. My father was a Linotype for the Staten Island Advance, I am a published author, when I write/type my stories, I sing this song because..."his blood runs through my instruments and his song is in my soul." I f eel very close to him.
Lost my Dad March 8th, 2012. For me this song is him. Thankyou❤️🙏😪
My father died 22 yrs ago. I was in a store and this song was playing. I had to leave leave the store , I was breaking down. When ever I am feeling sad about my father, I play this song....But I have to listen in private.
To call Dan a songwriter is to call Shakespeare an author. Dan was a poet with a unique way of speaking directly to a person’s soul.
truely!
Yep
Fucking amazing. Brings me to tears .
Shakespeare wasn't an author, you ever read the true bio on him, all those plays and poems was written by another
True
My Dad has been gone for 30 years...this brought him back for a few precious moments...
My father in his old age discovered he had stage 3 prostate. I was his only kid near him. I was broke no work no money, my brother's though far away, send help and I took charge of physical things. I miss him so much. The first 2 years, i couldn't stay away from his tomb. Staying there and crying. I still miss him so much. I really miss him.
One word BEAUTIFUL what a song gives me goose bumps
Nobody writes songs like these anymore, 1980's was a great time.
true story bro.
So true! Songs told stories at one time...
Todd bob I do.
Todd bob damn right,, our era,,,🐺
Thank God,they don't....these are enough...go do a dub....
This is a heart wrenching song. The greatest relationship that was built between my father and I was only during the last 4 years of his life. After my mother passed on in 2001, I was my fathers companion since he also had a stroke like my mother. The difference was that my mom could not fend for herself like my dad could, however, my family and I felt that he shouldn't be driving anymore and I took charge as being his driver and care provider. Little did I know that ministering God's word to him and also getting him a little dog would be a life changing experience for he and I as father and son. This little dog also brought out a new person in my father and I also became 'reborn' as the son that found the father that I had never seen before. We grew closer than ever before and my heart melted for this man I lovingly and proudly called, 'my father.' I miss him so much after the Lord came for him back in 2005 just 3 days before his 88th birthday, but I will always have the glory of having this person as not only as my father, but also as my 'best friend.' To me, this song is a spiritual one about the 'love' between a son for his father and I praise God Almighty in the name of 'His' Son, Jesus for granting me the eternal blessing of having received such a loving relationship with my earthly father. Amen.
I love this song so so so much. What an incredibly talented storyteller.
One of the most beautiful songs ever written and performed. Unbelievable.
I was lucky enough to have the leader of the band as my high school band director at Pekin Community HS, graduating in 1975. He is probably the only reason I graduated & kept me focused enough to stay in school. He talked about Dan all the time & he was just starting to get famous. Dan would come to our band concerts several times a year. I was lucky enough to hang out with him a few times in our drum room before the concerts. He loved jammin' on the vibraphone!! If we only had cell phone video back then. There's not a day goes by that I don't think about Larry Fogelberg. He was the biggest influence in my life besides my own mom & dad.
I'm from Illinois, too, by the way.
Ronald Lee well said thanks for sharing people touch our lives in amazing ways
Very cool. Sometimes the dots just line up. Good for you and thanks for illustrating his dad’s legacy.
Thank you so much for sharing your story!
You are a lucky guy
My Father died when I was 8. I'm 60 now. This song has always had a special place in my heart and always will. Thank you Mr. Fogelberg.
A uniquely beautiful and emotional song. Dan Fogelberg was one of the under-appreciated greats. When you can sit before an audience with nothing but guitar in hand, that's true talent. He didn't try to be a superstar; he was one of the few modern troubadours.
I memorized every song he sang. I taught the lyrics to my students. They loved him and his songs. They were poetry set to music.
One of a kind...
I saw him on an acoustic tour and along with his guitar, he played his piano! It was amazing!!! I saw him in Grand Rapids Michigan!
Even though he was not as famous as some of the other artists, he was one of the best!❤
Jim Croce, Harry Chapin same way
Can you imagine anything more profound for a father than hearing this tribute song to you, written by your son?
This is a beautiful song. When he says the verse about not saying I love you near enough, I can’t sing along with it. I choke up every time. It makes me think of my parents as they get older.
This is one of my favorite songs. It was made before I was born, but I’ve always loved music of the past.
It’s such a personal, beautiful piece.
The greats
I tear up every time over that line.
Dan was a true master of the music.. the lyric.. and the song. Imagine your child growing up and writing a song like this for you. Thank you and RIP Dan.
Beautifully said ❤️
So beautiful
❤️🍀♾🙏this song meant the world to my Father too🦋his birthday is soon and he was my HERO💋💥
Hi
Simply one of the best singer song writers❤️
My Dad he was a musician and singer ,he passed away this Morning I played this Song to him... thank You Dan ,Where Ever in Heaven You and My Dad Are.
No doubt One of the most beautiful songs Ever written.
Heard it on the radio the day my Daddy died. I also heard "in the living years" the same day. And no "I wasn't there that morning when my Father past away!" Talk about tears.
@Big Steve Thank you my brother.
boo wooo
Now he and his father were in heaven together.
NO DOUBT! 👍🎶
This song hits the most painful parts of my soul every time I hear it. I cannot listen to it without tears. I definitely cannot sing it with my throat constricted by the efforts to control the sobs. My father passed away when I was 16 and this song was released just a few years later. Dan taught me about the chances I missed with my father. I love this song and I greatly admire the poet-artist who created it. And I realize what great man Mr. Fogelberg must have been to inspire this in his son.
My father was also the leader of the band, he had a thundering velvet hand to guide me through life and shape me into what I am!
That's when you know that you're a legend among mortals - when, with nothing but your guitar, voice and lyrics, you can keep an audience in silent rapture. RIP, good sir. They don't make em like you anymore.
So true
I saw him in concert and was just blown away by his solo performance. He was truly amazing.
This song wrecks me every time I listen to it, because it describes what I never had. But I made up my mind when I was 8 or 9 that I when I became a dad, I was going to be there for my kids. For a reason I didn't understand until we were empty-nesters, both times my wife was pregnant, I really, really, really wanted a boy. God gave me the desire of my heart both times, and my sons are now adults. What I didn't realize until my sons were out on their own was the reason I so strongly wanted boys: I wanted to put an end to a line of bad fathering in my lineage. I could raise a girl to be a good person and good mom - but I couldn't raise a girl to be a good father - I had to have sons. And now I have eight grandkids, who have great dads.
• Thank you, Jesus, from the bottom of my heart, for giving me sons.
I've been to over 75 concerts. Many of them I've forgotten. But I will never forget watching Dan work his magic with just his piano and guitar at Century II in Wichita, Kansas in the early 80's. He was riveting and the audience was completely captivated. He is missed terribly, but his music lives on.
I'm 17 years old and my dad passed away when I was 9. I really love this song, it reminds me of him. We used to sang this song. He left me early but the memories he gave to me was priceless. ❤️
Good for you to let this great song speak to you. This song was playing when my mom passed away in hospice care. My dad was an imposing figure in our family but mom was the leader of the band. I hope you can find strength in the words that great poets and songwriters give us all.
@@mikecuttle5686 Mike I know how you feel. My dad has been gone for 48 years. I'm 67 now but I still miss him so much.
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS….MEMORIES….
I am sorry you lost your dad at such a young age. I was lucky to have mine for 40 yrs.
My old man topped himself when I was eleven so I can absolutely relate to you mate. Memories now are as vivid as 25 years ago when he passed
Dan Fogelberg=Fuckin legend.
Jesse Burleson yep. chills to the bone
yeah such a great artist. R.I.P dan T_T
Nobody understand me better than you dad. not even my wife, brother and sister. When you look at me, you knew what I am thinking and going through. You read me like an open book. And talk to me when no one is around. I was tearing when I text these messages. I miss you so much dad
Your words deeply touched me and I feel my tears going fall as am reading the lines.
@@amboymcknow7574 it's been 10 years since his passing. i still think of him. not because i am unable to let go of him. because he is the one i can talk with an open heart and gave me valuable advice while my wife and sibling are only interested in money. he would approach me and ask me directly and say, want to talk? recently, i have visit him in the temple where his remain are kept. Seeing only his photograph on his urn. my tears keeps flowing down, unable to talk.
@@foghornd1059 hugs wish I had that kind of father relationship. Your so blessed to have had that.
I’m not a huge folk rock fan, but the most amazing songwriters ever came from that scene. James Taylor, Harry Chapin, Jim Croce, Dan Fogelberg, the list goes on. They all just know how to speak to the heart.
Dont forget Gordan Lightfoot. All from the seventies. My childhood.
@@kimberlyboggs8154 absolutely, as well as Cat Stevens, Simon & Garfunkel, Bob Dylan, the list goes on.
@@guitarguru.3572, hey!! And Don McClean.
And John Denver
i have to agree with you i can't tell you how many times these artists help save my life
I played this song for my father when he was near death. I wanted him to know I understood the things he had taught me. That I was grateful for the love he had given me. He encouraged me to find my own way and to be strong in my values. He was always there if I needed advice. He also taught these values to my husband who grew up without a dad. My father has been gone now for 33 years but there’s not a day that goes by that we don’t think of him. He left us a legacy and we are passing it on to our children.
Dan, Thank you so much for this song. RIP Dan your beautiful words will carry on forever.
Jody, I too miss your Father. I love you, thank you for everything.
A time when music actually meant something. I miss those days.
Seems to me, you may not be listening to right contemporary music if you are not coming across meaningful tunes in the present... it's out there...
Music still means a lot of things.
lhernana2j I think that our opinions about music, trends to be generational. Everybody loves the music of the decade or 2, that they grew up in. A song that has a lot of meaning, to you, May not impress your kids, so much. Likewise, many songs that your children find deep meaning in, will not hold the same effect over you.
lhernana2j I miss those days, also.
If this song was new today it would be a hit all over again.
An only child alone and wild, a cabinet maker's son
His hands were meant for different work
And his heart was known to none
He left his home and went his lone and solitary way
And he gave to me a gift I know I never can repay
A quiet man of music denied a simpler fate
He tried to be a soldier once, but his music wouldn't wait
He earned his love through discipline, a thundering velvet hand
His gentle means of sculpting souls took me years to understand
The leader of the band is tired and his eyes are growing old
But his blood runs through my instrument and his song is in my soul
My life has been a poor attempt to imitate the man
I'm just a living legacy to the leader of the band
My brother's lives were different for they heard another call
One went to Chicago and the other to St Paul
And I'm in Colorado when I'm not in some hotel
Living out this life I've chose and come to know so well
I thank you for the music and your stories of the road
I thank you for the freedom when it came my time to go
I thank you for the kindness and the times when you got tough
And papa, I don't think I said I love you near enough
The leader of the band is tired and his eyes are growing old
But his blood runs through my instrument and his song is in my soul
My life has been a poor attempt to imitate the man
I'm just a living legacy to the leader of the band
I am a living legacy to the leader of the band
I am great full and privileged to have heard a great musician 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰😢🥰
Gooze bump. Its a legacy to hav good father
I'm currently losing my father. This song hits different. Wow. Beautiful.
So sorry Tipton
I'll pray for your comfort. I lost my father in June of 1991. Think of him almost every day. We were very close.
I'm so sorry Steven. I know the feeling.
@Jim Chumley . He passed Sept 24. I appreciate your kind comment.
@@michie43able. Thank u very much.
I sang this song to my dad as he was dying, changing the lyrics up slightly to fit his life. He already had his eyes shut and was on oxygen and medication to keep his blood pressure up but I know he heard me because a tear ran down his cheek. Cherish those moments with your dad. 🙏
Thinking of someone in my life who died in September 2020 who I wish I could dedicate this to. He treated me like a son when I was 11-14 years old in the early 1980s. He was 73 years old. Medical procedure went wrong
Tears well up. Memories flow. My leader of the band has been gone 29 years. This song is for all of us. Beautiful.
Old songs are much meaningful than the songs these days.
lyrics makers nowadays are afraid of being literal and of sounding “mushy” but that’s what made the old songs so endearing
@@neptunemike
LONG haired hippies all
singing the SAME KIND
LOVE songs with SOUL
LITERALLY "kind" songs
THAT ALL of us believed
in and wanted so MUCH
to JUST be HAPPY! And
TRY an STOP THE wars,
LOVE one ANOTHER.. I
JUST pray we can all try
and get along before we
all HATE so much we all
suffer the consequences
A WORLD so full of hate!
We must all choose now
😉✌😷
The problem with music now a days is how to get laid
yes
Every generation has their gems. We are just going through some of the trash music. No doubt, there were horrible music in the 80's and they are long forgotten. There will be music now that will be appreciated in the future as we now appreciate the past. We can only grow.
This song now always reminds me of a Father of a different kind.
How can you miss someone you’ve never met?
I know Dan Fogelberg through his music, through his poetry.
He is missed.
He is now in Heaven with Jesus and God.
Four days from last comment:
A week ago I had been feeling suicidal, I just felt like I was ready to go, like I couldn't connect to anything anymore. Then I discovered you, Dan Fogelberg and your music, it made me feel something again and started to feel happy even if just a little. You're gone now but I think you may have just saved my life, so thank you.
@Hammerschlägen M you do not know that person to judge what they are going thru. You are an asshole.
Purple Cherry god bless you. I know how you feel 😢 remember you are glorious 👼 💕 😇
@Hammerschlägen M I didn't write that to make anyone feel sorry for me. I wrote that as a thank you to Dan since I have no way to thank him personally for what his music did for me so I wrote here.
I couldn't fathom the amount of energy you have to attack people you don't know. You must have a lot of time in your hands.
@Hammerschlägen M Hi. Try it.
To those out there who are "the haters", all I can say is...how dare you? I personally have never been suicidal or in a place where I felt despair, however....I work in healthcare and see it every day with many of my patients. Those of us who are in a good place will never understand what someone might be going through, whether it's temporary or long term mental illness. People need compassion...something far missing in today's society. If music is the connection that brings people together or at the very least, uplifts ones spirits to get them out of a funk, then so be it. Most decent musicians make music for that very reason. "Haters" have no place in my world and should keep their pathetic opinions to themselves.....but this is just one health professionals opinion.
My papa is the best... 😭😭♥️♥️♥️
Dan Fogelberg was gift to all of us. I miss him, his music touched my life.
Yes... so beautifully crafted. The harmonies on "Run for the Roses" is also.
This song reminds me of my dad he passed seven and a half years ago missing you dad
Amen! The best poet/musician ever!
Amen
You are so spot on. He and Cat Stevens, two male vocalist that influenced me when I was young in the 70s so very very much.🥰🥰
This came on the radio as I drove to my father's house to plan his funeral. I had to pull to the side of the road. Thirty years ago..
Hello Maureen..
👍👍👍
Hey
I dedicated this beautiful song that I fell in love since I was 15 years old and until now huntings me 😢 my Dad passed away this month April 10 and I miss him so much, this is for you Gilbert O'Sullivan ❤ best that ever!!! Miss you!!!
Legendary Song Sang by Legendary Singer..my Idol..
You are a good son Dan Fogelberg.
May your father rest in peace.
He had the foresight to honor his father while he could. Dynamite
Beautiful music Beautiful voice. 2/2024 where have all the beautiful songs gone? The new music has no soul. Very sad
My Dad passed away 10 yrs ago this year. This song hits a nerve and straight to the heart quite differently whenever I hear this song. I miss you Dad, dearly.
My Dad passed 8 1/2 years back. 75. We got road trips, adventures, and the last road trip just 2-months before he passed, through Route 66. He got his wish- his life was great till the last 4 days- when his heart gave out. Hospital room, 3 pm on a summer Thursday-My mom, brothers and sister and I all held hands, mom holding dads right hand, my oldest sister his left. We had one last family prayer. My dads eyes were closed for that prayer- his spirit said amen.
The best gift you can ever get from your kids is knowing that they love and respect you, if you have that then you have succeeded in life.
Truly..
Would that we all had such a relationship with our fathers. And be as gifted at expressing our gratitude for it.
When I was a freshman in music college…when this song was released…I wrote these lyrics out on a beautiful card and sent it to my mom. She kept it on her mirror in her bedroom. I found it when I cleaned out her room 32 years later. Thank you Dan Fogelberg.💕
I miss this man every day ... nobody writes and sings the way Dan Did.
I really miss Dan. alot
its one of those things where you remember where you were when you heard the news... i'll always miss dan, john denver and glenn frey everyday, forever.
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Hello dear,how are you doing?
I miss him all the time too.
If I may, guys, get your prostate checked. If high risk, family history, start at age 40. It’s not that bad. Blood and digital. Prostate cancer is Very treatable if caught early. I don't care what the PSA result is, demand a digital exam. Go see a Urologist. They are experts. Some of the most deadly prostate cancers can only be detected by digital exam even if your PSA is low. It takes all of 10 seconds. You do not want a doctor saying to you, you have stage 4 prostate cancer. Dan was 53 when the cancer was discovered. It was in stage 4. He lasted three years. His father lived into his 70’s. It is unknown what took him. Without a history, Dan should have been checked at age 50. If no history, get checked at 45 guys. Don’t roll the dice.
Read the replies. Number 171 deserves your prayers and support. Colon cancer. Get screened! Colonoscopy is easy. Get checked.
In the news 2024: Dexter Scott King, the youngest son of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King. Dexter died of prostate cancer at age 62. Guys, this does not have to happen.
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The 70's produced many great songs that will never die!
Daniel Hurley and his death preventable by simple exam. Lost a buddy to the same thing. He didn’t believe in doctors. He did the last year of his life as he scrambled to survive.
@@Itsisawnotiseen - - I'm a prostate cancer survivor. Yearly PSA test flagged an issue 12 years ago. Biopsy verified cancer. The "robot machine" took out my prostate, and I'm 100% cancer free at age 71. Men over 50 who don't get the PSA test every year are taking too big a risk - - like Dan Fogelberg (and many others) did. Sad.
Still me
Had this song played at my father's funeral
Me ,brother and my Dad. Our legacy..
Dan Fogelberg is a lyrical genius.
Thank you for sharing with us!
Good singer
Songs that we understand not like rap songs
That you can't understand
A single passionate voice accompanied by simple chords on a solo guitar conveys the most AWESOME of tributes!
WELL DONE, Dan!
This song has always reminded me of my grandfather It always brings him back to me. He was in a band in the 40' and 50' he always thought he would make it big. He did make it big with my if this song always brings him back to me.
Boa noite .A alguns anos ouvi Bielive me e chorei muito .Quando pensei em escrever uma carta pra ele dizendo da minha emoção ao ouvi lo descobri que ele tinha morrido a algum tempo .Chorei dias e dias .O que senti na primeira vez ao ouvi lo ficará guardado em meu coração pra sempre .Estou escrevendo hoje dia 14 de Maio de 2024 .Deus o abençoe gratidão .
What Dan had said here is so beautiful. So sad that he's not here with us, but maybe Dan and his father play music together in heaven.
You know they are!right now, and always...and forever.
Loved this man and his music! Gone too soon.. Dan you will live on in your music and hope you and your Dad are playing music in heaven!❤
where is 'heaven' exactly ??
When angels sing, we now know who is leading the band!❤️
Or maybe they've been reincarnated as friends or they still father and son
Today I discovered Dan Fogelberg and this song. Brings tears to my eyes. Beautiful song.
❤️
So good
I cannot listen to it either without crying.
Welcome!
Makes me wish I had treated by dad a hell of a lot better while I could.
A lesson you young people today.
One of my favorite songs, because it reminds me of my dad. He was still living when the song was released, and I enjoyed it then. But it's now been 26 years since I lost my dad, and whenever I hear it now, I can't hep but reminisce and remember the man that he was.
He wasn't perfect but he was a good, honest hard working man. He was committed to his family and provided for us. We didn't have lots, but we always had enough. And he was a WWII veteran, although his service never took him off the east coast as his Coast Guard ships searched for U-boats.
My dad wasn't a musician, other than he sang on tune at church. But he loved especially classical music, and over time I grew to love it too, along with lots of other music. And all four of his children learned to play musical instruments, so while he wasn't the leader of the band, he supported the band... and orchestra and choir.
I'm still very grateful for the legacy he left, and I miss him still.
This song reminds me of my father. He is fond of playing and singing this when I was younger. He passed away a couple of years ago.
DEDICATED TO MY LATE FATHER, "LESTER"; THOUGH HE NEVER UNDERSTOOD ME, HE WAS A MASTER ENGINEER, MECHANIC, ELECTRICIAN, HOUSE BUILDER WHO TRULY CARED. PUT UP W/ MY "LOUD PRACTICING" UPSTAIRS( DAD LISTENED TO "COUNTRY" WORKING IN HIS " SHOP" & WATCHED " WRESTLING' & COOK SHOWS LATER ON IN LIFE.HE " TOOK CARE OF MOM ALWAYS"
What a beautiful song
Makes me think of my Aunt Traci. December 19th, 1996 to Friday, March 6th, 2020. I miss her. She was a true legend in my book.
🥀Beautiful Song amazing lyrics, vocals and music! I feel the lyrics because my Dad was inducted into the Country music of fame and honor in Macon Ga in 1987🥀☝️🥀
I'm a retired band teacher. I can't even begin to say what this song means to me.
Dave Enyart ... thank you for the years of inspiring young minds with the beauty and joy of music... each student is "just a living legacy to the leader of... the band............✌👏
@@jimbrewster9352 I am humbled by your kind words Jim. Yep...I feel pretty good about my career....it was always about the kids.
There will be a special place in heaven for you my friend. My High School band teacher was the most influential person in my life aside from my parents. Even though I'm 35 years removed from that experience the things he taught are still with me and I'm still honored to have him in my life albeit through social media. Thank you for your service.
@@garycreasy Thank you Gary. My former students are exceptionally important to me. If not for Facebook I would not be aware of their triumphs, challenges, family tragedies.... weddings....all that stuff. I didn't intend to be a commercial for FB...but I'm grateful to keep in touch with the kids.
This will depends what your emotions how you appreciate this song it depends