Jrbond20 so sorry to hear that. I lost my dad 3 months ago and it still cuts just as deep as the first day without him. All we can do is pray for one another. Peace and Love my friend.
So sorry for your and your family's losses. I saw an interview with Chris Cornell where he discussed this song and how he got to know your cousin, and his admiration for him. He was clearly moved by the beautiful words written by your cousin, becoming emotional as he spoke about him. God bless.
Victoria Thompson Wow! Can't believe i didn't know this?? So Sorry for your loss'! : ( x Lost my Mum Recently-Still Can't/Won't accept it! ♥ #CHRISCORNELL Living LEGEND!!.. ♥
Victoria Thompson , he has touched a lot of people with the lyrics of this song. I'm honored I am able to here it. There memories will always live on! ❤️
Victoria Thompson I lost my son 5 years ago and laid him to rest to this amazing song. I will be forever thankful to Chris Cornel for this song to help me though a dark part of my life
Chris has not died , he went to heaven, he live's forever, 1 day I will talk to him, hear him,music will be heavenly, our ear's will hear better than here on earth
Omg.... First time I heard this.. Tears tears tears,.. This song reminds me of My son Gabriel whom was a month away from being thirteen years old, he passed away from brain cancer. My son was strong and knew it wasnt goodbye, he knew he was going home to the Lord and he will see me again.. But it is hard for me because I want him here with me. it just tears me apart that he is not here with me.
This song shows that Chris Cornell was not just an amazing singer but an amazing human as well! The song's back story warmed my heart. RIP Chris, you will never be forgotten💕
GigiNoneofyourbuisness So True!♡ Such a Beautiful, Amazing Person, In Every sense of the word. There'll Never be Anyone who can Compare to #ChrisCornell ❤💯Forever!!
AMEN!!!! It bogles the mind to try to think about the way he thought about things especially life. All the dark material he and sang about was bittersweet and strangely enough...it made you happy or made you feel like it's not just you feeling that way and you're not alone . At least one other person understands what you're going through. He's a SOUL PROVIDER!!
Mommy, please don't cry I'm as safe as I can be I know you miss me But I've finally been set free And if you find that you need me I will be waiting here To help you make it through And take away your fear I love you so much mom But it's time for me to fly I'll visit you every night And I swear it's not goodbye I promise you it's not goodbye Now Bubba, please don't cry I'm still your best friend We will always be together There'll never be an end I hope you don't forget The games we loved to play So keep me in your heart And forever I will stay I love you so much brother But it's time for me to fly I'll visit you every night And I swear it's not goodbye I promise you it's not goodbye Now Daddy, please don't cry I'm still here everyday It may not be the same But beside you I will lay And when you'll think of me tonight Hold me tight in your mind If you ever need me I won't be hard to find I love you so much daddy But it's time for me to fly I'll visit you every night And I swear it's not goodbye I promise you it's not goodbye Yeah, it's not goodbye...
I am sitting here reading the comments.....I just want to say to the people who have lost their loved ones. I am so sorry that you have had to go through the loss of someone who meant so much to you. It hurts so badly, I have lost my sister and my father. I know that 1 thing that helps me, is realizing how lucky I was to have had them in my life. Even if it feels like it was too short, I am still thankful that I had a sister who was loving, kind, smart and funny. And a father who was supportive, proud, patient and most of all unafraid to love his kids. I hope maybe that one thing can help some of you with what you are going through. I know I will always cherish the times I spent out on a little lake in Texas, playing music with my brothers and my sister singing along with my Dad sitting in his chair drinking a glass of wine with a huge smile on his face.
Chris wrote this song for my buddy Zavier and his family when his little sister Ainslee passed away from brain cancer. then his dad passed away from brain cancer and on March 28 of this year Zavier passed away to brain cancer. I miss my buddy so much. and hearing chris passed away is heartbreaking because he did so much for their family. rest easy chris, live it up with rory, ainslee and zavier in heaven.
Cathy Coffman God I cried the first time I heard this song but learning what it's really for makes it that much harder to listen to especially now that he's gone too, damn this song is too much right now, Chris your light will forever bright....
Things like this is why Chris Cornell is my all-time favorite singer. An artist that cares and actually feels his songs. I can think of only a few singers like that, and most of them are long-gone.
Ive lost both my parents in the last three years and the rest of my family lives far away, much respect to all of you who have lost someone very close, this song is just simply amazing without a doubt.
We played this song at my 4 month old daughter's funeral. I really wish it was on itunes for purchase. My son was always called her big bubba. :( I miss her so much and this song speaks wonders to my heart
I played foo fighters times like these at our little boys funeral, but i listen to this very often. It helps, I miss him so much and can't wait to see him again one day
AMY WILLIAMS You don't have to purchase it! If you go to the share tab under this video and copy the URL, you can paste it on this website www.youtube-mp3.org and it will create and MP3 version of this video. then you just copy that and paste it on your itunes. Very easy, hope this helps!
It's a miserable feeling to watch you daughter fall asleep permanently and celebrate her heavenly birthday (coming up). Peace only comes from knowing she only knew love the 4 precious months she was here with us and that she's resting in the arms of Jesus.
I found this song after my 5 and 1/2 month old son passed in 2011. We played it at his funeral along with some other songs. it was really hard to find music about the death of a child. This song really touches me and I still can't listen to it without balling my eyes out.
Marissa Leavitt We lost Our Mum Last year, Only 62 So Sudden Always Working 2-3 jobs, Worrying about Everyone but her! (I could go on)And I Still Can't accept it?It's just not 'Real'??!❤ So to lose a child,.I can only begin to imagine??!.You & your Family are My Thought & Prayers. Your Beatiful baby is now a Beautiful Angel!💙
Aussieduderivs1 Same! Still in 'Shock'! It seems there are 'Many' of us that it's affected in a way we weren't expecting & the Best thing I feel is that we can all be here for eachother?!.♡ For Our True #Legend #ChrisCornell ♥
I will miss hearing your magical voice live brother. I've played this song and so many other songs of yours to put my children to sleep in the car since they were babies. We will always cherish your voice. R.I.P. Chris Cornell
e31arenas My mom did the same. I'm about to turn 18 in 5 days. Saw him live at his higher truth tour in our home town Seattle. my first concert I've been to.
I don't know how it's possible to miss someone you never met, but I do. I miss Chris Cornell so much. Somehow, it's just painful to know that he isn't out there somewhere doing his thing, that he's never coming back.
Dear Chris, even i promise, it's not Goodbye as you will always be remembered in hearts of every fan of yours around the globe forever. Love from India.. God i am crying!!
Anyone else here in 2019? I always loved Chris's vocals in this performance. The words are prophetic and he sings them in a way that wrings out every ounce of emotion. I miss him so much. Till we meet in Heaven, Chris. I know you'll be there.
It's not goodbye, cuz we'll see & hear you when we get to heaven. Until then, you kind & amazing Chris, you will be forever in our hearts and on this earth, your amazing MUSIC will forever rien and touch the very soul of us all! Rest in Peace Chris! The Whole World misses you! 💜💚💙💛
It's the first time I've heard this song. Wow Chris thank you so much for your touching music. You will never be forgotten!!! You have touched so many lives with your Soul.... R.I.P. I hope your at Peace now...
I cant believe what a impact your death has been to my life, Im completely heartbroken . I ache hearing your voice.You are truly loved by the world Chris Cornell. Rest now my friend
This thread scares me. I can't imagine surviving the death of one of my children...loosing a parent I can cope with but my kids I don't think I'd be able to bare the burden. My heart goes out to all of you who lost little ones. I'll be thinking of you and praying.
Does anyone else need proof of the GREAT man Chris Cornell TRULY was? I didn't find his music until recently, but I have been completely BLOWN-AWAY by him, & what a TALENT he was. Not to mention, what a person he was. HIS LOSS IS A BIG 1 FOR US ALL.
First time I ever heard Chris' voice was in 1991 or 1992. Temple of the dog- Hunger strike. I'll never forget those fun days of being young, listening to this new sound from Seattle. These guys definitely put their time in. I'd give anything to be in Chris' hotel room that night in Detroit, and maybe offer a solution. I'll never be content that you took your own life. There has to be more that we don't know. I know you'd never leave your daughter, Toni. So tragic, such a huge loss to us as a music generation. RIP Chris Cornell, you were with me a lot of nights and you always will be!
Chris, Where can I start, An unbelievable person , Awesome songwriter and Angel of deliverence , you left a awesome legacy for many generations ,thank you for your Love ,It's IMPACKED THIS PLANET FOREVER, AMEN
Why is it that something so beautiful in this world has to be taken away? I realized it’s better to have had for the short time, than to not have had known it at all.
There will never be, or has there ever been an artist who could touch the soul in such an intimate and intentionally pure way, always sharing the deepest part of himself and with that offering a hand that would reach out to you in your darkest depths, through depression, addiction, heartbreak, loneliness, and isolation. Thank you Chris.
Chris you help my sister get through the loss of my nephew with your music, this song brought tears to my eyes and the lyrics are beautiful.. god bless you and this family R.I.P too you and the father and daughter.
The story , or this song, weren't very well known, and I believe it should have been. It also seems Chris Cornell was very underrated as a songwriter, and as a singer. I just learned of the story behind this song, now a few days after his death, and it is very rare that you hear of a performer who took, or even takes, the time to help fulfill a patient's wish. Even more so that it was in the form of an awesome celebrity vocalist lending their voice for a very personal song, with the fan's own lyrics. What Chris did was a huge act of kindness and it was wonderful to hear this story/song after Chris' passing. It really shows what kind of person he was. R.I.P Chris
Your voice has always been there. As soon as i started on the journey of independence, experimentation, and self discovery i have had you in the background. Creating the soundtrack. Providing the poems. I was 16 in 1994 and it was unfolding in front of us like an open map, telling us where we could find salvation. Thank you. I loved to your work. I fought to your work but most of all i lived and grew into a man to your work. You were the strong one and now your gone. After saying that it will get better after we lost SO many. I guess it never really did. Same ride, new kinda pain. Always learning and suffering as i walked through this haze that is life. That is my life. God bless you. You can rest now and not have to be burdened any longer. Goodbye.......
Still can't believe you're gone. That it was goodbye to us all. Miss you everyday, miss the life you couldn't finish and all the new ways your voice and your poetry would break my soul and mend it again. Love you forever
Actually Roy Dela Rosa, asked Chirs that if he would like to use his poem in a song that he would give him permission. & who else could sing it better or carry the message any sweeter than Chris Cornell. One of the best singers ever, i'm sure Roy is proud of contributing to such a great song, and his message will live forever.
Chris Cornell did it again. He is one of my favorite vocalists. To hear this....I dedicate this song to my son who I lost in 2007, at age 3. I celebrate his birthday, today. Very sad, but beautiful song!
I fell in love with this song when i heard it n also left me in tears. I just lost my baby girl october 8,2013 i wuz 7 months pregnant. I can hear this song everyday all day. U will never be forgotten my baby girl nevaeh nikole
My sister and her husband lost their 3 month old son tragically and this song was played during his service. The words fit them so perfectly especially because we called his older brother (1 years old) Buba. This song will be played daily for him. Thank you for making such a beautiful song.
this song comforted me when I get sad about my brother who passed away 20 years ago, still hurts every day. when I first heard it, it comforted me in dealing with how much I miss him. and now, sadly I am using it to comfort me for a reason I never thought I would have to. R.I.P. R.E.V. R.I.P. Chris Cornell! My deepest heartfelt sympathies to his wife, children, family, friends and fans! THE LIVES' TAKEN FROM US FAR TO SOON, LEAVES THE REST LEFT BEHIND TO ALL MOURN IN TUNE. Never forget and always love, because we never know when it will be the last!
I lost my son two years ago. I truly believe he sent me this song to ease my mind in wondering if he is ok. I wish I would have found it before his funeral as it is the perfect song for my family. As me being his mother, him being the middle brother of three sons, and of course his best friend in the world his dad. I miss you so much Dusty. Thank you Chris Cornell for this beautifully fitting song. May you both rest in Paradise.
Ainslee, Rory, Zavier, Chris. You all deserved far better than what this universe thrust upon you. I don't know if there is something else after this life, but I do know you four live on in this song, and in the hearts of the people you have touched. A few chords, a melody, and a grieving father's prose. A final farewell to his little girl. A gesture of understanding. A trembling sigh. The circle comes to a close. This is your lesson to us. A poignant, aching reminder of what it means to be human. My eternal gratitude is a modest token but it's one I give freely. Thank you for sharing your light and grace with us. Your all too brief visit to this cold pale blue rock helped us make some sense of our chaotic existence.
i found this song whilst searching for songs for my daughter's funeral who sadly passed away from sids last november. it was the main song during the funeral and the back story behind makes it even more heart wrenching every time hear it. chris cornell was my singing teachers favorite singer of all time and in this song i can see why with the power and raw emotion he portays in his voice and the the melody he put behind it is extrodrdinary. love you baby memphis 7/8/11-15/11/12 from daddy
Cold shivers every time I hear you sing or speak Chris. You are and will always be a much loved human being that had an unrivalled passion for music. I love what you do and did.....always. R.I.P. Chris Cornell.
As a cancer survivor myself, hearing this song the first time really hit home! My heart goes out to all families who have lost someone to this dreaded disease! Thank You Rory Dela Rose and Chris Cornell for this wonderful song! You will all live forever in our Hearts!
I’m so sorry my lady ✌️&💚,my name is David Drake,not grinch lol,it’s just a nickname that stuck from my dad playing Santa for more than two decades lol
Got stuck with a job of bagging candy lol I didn’t like it but it was fun looking back now,it was alright,….now,I got Grinch as a nickname lol,it still is routine every Christmas lol I wish you the best my lady
How could you two people not love this song?!?!!? It is such a beautiful set of lyrics and a amazing singer to sing it!! I will always love Chris Cornell's music and voice till the day I die!! :)
There aren't words how touching this song is. My heart breaks for all that have lost loved ones. RIP Chris Cornell your voice and soul are truly missed 🙏😢
So many of Chris's songs were wrapped around death. We have such a short time on this Earth before we go back to God. I beleive in Reincarnation, so, many lives to go through to finally go home. It is sad that people do not see just how precious every day of life with family and the wonder of our world is. Life will end soon enough on its on. There is help available if you seek it, I have been there. Once you are gone, you do not suffer anymore, those who are left behind do. I hope you have found peace Chris and that upur Family will heal in time, especially your Children.....
Really miss you Chris, but your music will live on forever. So fortunate to see you live many times and will always cherish those memories. R.I.P my brother. 🤘🏻
I lost a nephew almost three years ago now. The grief was unbearable that half of my soul felt like it also was buried into the grave. The light of dreams and hope were dimmed. I was not looking forward to life anymore. All I ever wanted is to see him again. I just make sure that I take care of those whom he had left behind. I've been grieving alone in my room for the past years. No one to show how my heart bleeds. I needed to be strong for those who are weaker than I am. The music of Chris Cornell has moved my soul with depth that not thousands of words can fill. I have never seen him in person but his death has impacted me so much. Just like what the lyrics of this beautiful song is, I also wanted to believe that my baby nephew needs to fly but will always be with us. But I simply can't. The fact that he is gone is haunting. The hole that was left in my heart when he went away is getting deeper and deeper...
ragged Jeannes please don’t suffer alone. There are people out there that understand this kind of pain. Just talking with someone who really hears what is weighing on your heart can make it feel lighter and not quite as hopeless. It isn’t easy to reach out and take that risk but it very well could be much more difficult not to. Just waiting to die is exhausting and probably more torturous than learning how to live with the pain. I hope you can find the comfort you need and certainly deserve. Hugs
@@zoelo8149 thank you. It's quite ironic that people come to me to seek counseling and comfort and yet I can do it for my ownself. Must be both pride and fear to show my weakness. I'm concerned that my listener would absorb the pain when I choose to relieve myself from it through sharing. And I also didn't expect to have it voiced out properly to random people in social network like here and that my comment will get noticed, so thank you once again. It's quite a relief to be honest.
ragged Jeannes I believe part of what makes it so difficult to reach out to others is that the pain already feels so enormous. Any risk of additional pain feels so risky. You wonder how much you can carry. I know that you’re not alone. I hope you will keep on going and also remember to take care of yourself. Yes, being there for others is so important and one of the most beautiful things about life. That we can care for one another, even anonymously is a gift;both to give and to receive. I know it might sound crazy but try thinking of yourself as someone else. How would you take care of that very important person? If you want to share anything else please feel free. Otherwise just know that I will be thinking of you and praying that you will find some peace. Remember you’re not alone. 🤗🌻🌾
im a huge chris cornell fan and ive been doing lots of research about him. i came across an interview of him which talks about this song. i lost my brother to cancer (not the same kind) but i teared up when he talked about this song in the interview. and now im hearing this song for the first time and now im crying my eyes dry, this song is so beautiful and touching.
Omfg! Can I say that? Thank you Victoria for sharing the songs origin...I won't forget. And Chris...your kind will never run this race again...so we honor you as best we can...words I heard in a dream once long ago..and they seem appropo here today.
He's gone,but he never left..Chris is still here among us,in the hearts of every person whose lives were moved by his songs..you're eternal Chris.Thank you for the legacy that you gave.R.I.P.
I just had my first child 6 months ago, a daughter. even reading and hearing songs like this, and stories in the comments, it rips me apart just to think of. Some of you folks must have something special in your own souls to handle that in reality.
Chris really caught my undivided attention in his "Like A Rock" with Audioslave a few years back. Now, "I promise it's not goodbye" tells me a lot about why he touched me so damn deep. I lost my 7 yr old daughter a few years ago(, Leukemia} There's something so haunting and yet, warm in his music, his eyes, and I am grateful he's making music such a delight.
Thank you so much for posting this, I had not heard it before today. I lost my sister one month after Chris passed. I'm still reeling from the many losses of 2017....But like the title of the song says, "I Promise it's Not Goodbye", although tearful, I can manage a smile. I thank God for putting Chris on this earth. He gave so much to so many and surely helped many through his music. His music will continue to lift hearts, and bang heads! May we get to hear that powerful and iconic voice singing in heaven! RIP....Chris Cornell ❤️
❤ :( ❤ No, It's not Goodbye! ❤❤❤ Jimi Hendrix said ❤❤❤ If I don't see you no more in this world, I'll see you on the next one... Don't be late - Don't be late... ❤ :( ❤ Mommy, please don't cry - I'm as safe as I can be... I know you miss me - But I've finally been set free! And if you find that you need me - I will be waiting here... To help you get through - And take away your fear... I love you so much mom - But it's time for me to fly! I will see you every night - And I swear it's not goodbye... I promise it's not goodbye...
can't believe he is gone!! R.I.P Chris. I have loved your voice since I was a child in the early 90's. Your songs got me through some times. You will forever be missed. 💔💔😢😢
Never stop saying Chris Cornell. Never stop loving. Never
Am I the only one crying to this? Rest in peace Chris. We will miss you dearly.
Saugat me to 😭😭😭
The irony! So sad and heartbreaking.
RIP Chris. you gave beauty and hope to so many. miss you more than words can express.
no..its just so sad
Jrbond20 so sorry to hear that. I lost my dad 3 months ago and it still cuts just as deep as the first day without him. All we can do is pray for one another. Peace and Love my friend.
Who ever thumbs down a Chris Cornell post has a black heart
No doubt, or no heart at all.....
My uncle wrote this for my cousin who had brain cancer and she passed and then he got sick and passed I miss them and love this song
So sorry for your and your family's losses. I saw an interview with Chris Cornell where he discussed this song and how he got to know your cousin, and his admiration for him. He was clearly moved by the beautiful words written by your cousin, becoming emotional as he spoke about him. God bless.
Victoria Thompson Wow! Can't believe i didn't know this??
So Sorry for your loss'! : ( x
Lost my Mum Recently-Still Can't/Won't accept it!
♥ #CHRISCORNELL
Living LEGEND!!.. ♥
Victoria Thompson , he has touched a lot of people with the lyrics of this song. I'm honored I am able to here it. There memories will always live on! ❤️
Victoria Thompson I lost my son 5 years ago and laid him to rest to this amazing song. I will be forever thankful to Chris Cornel for this song to help me though a dark part of my life
Victoria Thompson did he ever get to hear the song?
Chris has not died , he went to heaven, he live's forever, 1 day I will talk to him, hear him,music will be heavenly, our ear's will hear better than here on earth
Omg.... First time I heard this.. Tears tears tears,.. This song reminds me of My son Gabriel whom was a month away from being thirteen years old, he passed away from brain cancer. My son was strong and knew it wasnt goodbye, he knew he was going home to the Lord and he will see me again.. But it is hard for me because I want him here with me. it just tears me apart that he is not here with me.
Heaven is awesome there is no tears and the most incredible powerful love
I'm really late to have heard this song. Chris can make you feel what he's saying
This song shows that Chris Cornell was not just an amazing singer but an amazing human as well! The song's back story warmed my heart. RIP Chris, you will never be forgotten💕
I miss him so much every day. Not a day goes by I don't think of Chris. I listen to him every day. I will for the rest of my life too.
this made me cry i lost my daughter at the age of three to cancer on march 1st of 2007 so it is very hard for me to hear but i love it
Iam so sorry for that
R.I.P. to your baby girl ❤
My heart goes out to my friend, you r very strong to share your pain she is smiling down on you proud thats 100 percent
Rest in paradise angel
I'm so sorry
R.I.P Chris
This song is perfect right now
Say Hello 2 heaven
The music world will never be the same
for sure we lost one of the last greats to ever do it and he knew some secrets to this life we all must learn ourselves overtime ...
GigiNoneofyourbuisness
So True!♡
Such a Beautiful, Amazing Person, In Every sense of the word. There'll Never be Anyone who can Compare to #ChrisCornell ❤💯Forever!!
True dat.
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p.s your gorgeous
CHRIS CORNELL IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE THE GREATEST SINGER,SONG WRITER AND MUSICAL GENIUS THAT EVER LIVED.
pam i have to agree, he's everything i want in a musician. a huge loss to us.
AMEN!!!! It bogles the mind to try to think about the way he thought about things especially life. All the dark material he and sang about was bittersweet and strangely enough...it made you happy or made you feel like it's not just you feeling that way and you're not alone . At least one other person understands what you're going through. He's a SOUL PROVIDER!!
Hearing this song today ... words just can't express
Jim Garvey my thoughts exactly
Miss M Babygirl 👍🏻
Miss M Babygirl are you going to add more videos to your CC playlist?
Jim Garvey yes I did, why do you ask?
Miss M Babygirl just curious because I like your playlist including the unplugged in Sweden show 👌🏻🎤🎸
Mommy, please don't cry
I'm as safe as I can be
I know you miss me
But I've finally been set free
And if you find that you need me
I will be waiting here
To help you make it through
And take away your fear
I love you so much mom
But it's time for me to fly
I'll visit you every night
And I swear it's not goodbye
I promise you it's not goodbye
Now Bubba, please don't cry
I'm still your best friend
We will always be together
There'll never be an end
I hope you don't forget
The games we loved to play
So keep me in your heart
And forever I will stay
I love you so much brother
But it's time for me to fly
I'll visit you every night
And I swear it's not goodbye
I promise you it's not goodbye
Now Daddy, please don't cry
I'm still here everyday
It may not be the same
But beside you I will lay
And when you'll think of me tonight
Hold me tight in your mind
If you ever need me
I won't be hard to find
I love you so much daddy
But it's time for me to fly
I'll visit you every night
And I swear it's not goodbye
I promise you it's not goodbye
Yeah, it's not goodbye...
Rest in Peace Chris
Akemi Blush ツ + thank you for the lyrics.
Just beautifullll
Rest in peace Chris, rest in peace.
I am sitting here reading the comments.....I just want to say to the people who have lost their loved ones. I am so sorry that you have had to go through the loss of someone who meant so much to you. It hurts so badly, I have lost my sister and my father. I know that 1 thing that helps me, is realizing how lucky I was to have had them in my life. Even if it feels like it was too short, I am still thankful that I had a sister who was loving, kind, smart and funny. And a father who was supportive, proud, patient and most of all unafraid to love his kids. I hope maybe that one thing can help some of you with what you are going through. I know I will always cherish the times I spent out on a little lake in Texas, playing music with my brothers and my sister singing along with my Dad sitting in his chair drinking a glass of wine with a huge smile on his face.
Chris wrote this song for my buddy Zavier and his family when his little sister Ainslee passed away from brain cancer. then his dad passed away from brain cancer and on March 28 of this year Zavier passed away to brain cancer. I miss my buddy so much. and hearing chris passed away is heartbreaking because he did so much for their family. rest easy chris, live it up with rory, ainslee and zavier in heaven.
RIP. Sorry for your loss. How did Zavier pass away? Feel really sorry for this family.
Jim Norton's Alcoholism he had brain cancer.
This is so sad. I can´t believe Zavier passed away as well.
Cathy Coffman God I cried the first time I heard this song but learning what it's really for makes it that much harder to listen to especially now that he's gone too, damn this song is too much right now, Chris your light will forever bright....
Thanks for the memories
Things like this is why Chris Cornell is my all-time favorite singer. An artist that cares and actually feels his songs. I can think of only a few singers like that, and most of them are long-gone.
Ive lost both my parents in the last three years and the rest of my family lives far away, much respect to all of you who have lost someone very close, this song is just simply amazing without a doubt.
Sorry for your loss ❤
A very hard song to hear him sing today...... :( RIP
Brutal
We played this song at my 4 month old daughter's funeral. I really wish it was on itunes for purchase. My son was always called her big bubba. :( I miss her so much and this song speaks wonders to my heart
I played foo fighters times like these at our little boys funeral, but i listen to this very often. It helps, I miss him so much and can't wait to see him again one day
AMY WILLIAMS You don't have to purchase it! If you go to the share tab under this video and copy the URL, you can paste it on this website www.youtube-mp3.org and it will create and MP3 version of this video. then you just copy that and paste it on your itunes. Very easy, hope this helps!
+AMY WILLIAMS As a father of two beautiful young kids I cannot imagine what you went / are going through. My thoughts are with you!
Thank you so so much
It's a miserable feeling to watch you daughter fall asleep permanently and celebrate her heavenly birthday (coming up). Peace only comes from knowing she only knew love the 4 precious months she was here with us and that she's resting in the arms of Jesus.
I found this song after my 5 and 1/2 month old son passed in 2011. We played it at his funeral along with some other songs. it was really hard to find music about the death of a child. This song really touches me and I still can't listen to it without balling my eyes out.
+Marissa Leavitt my heart really feels for you, your son wants you to be happy trust me he is your angel, please be ok. today, tomorrow.
My thoughts go out to you !!
Marissa Leavitt We lost Our Mum Last year, Only 62 So Sudden Always Working 2-3 jobs, Worrying about Everyone but her! (I could go on)And I Still Can't accept it?It's just not 'Real'??!❤ So to lose a child,.I can only begin to imagine??!.You & your Family are My Thought & Prayers. Your Beatiful baby is now a Beautiful Angel!💙
Stay strong my friend
Rest in peace Chris!
I can't believe he's gone. Goodbye my man.
Aussieduderivs1 Same! Still in 'Shock'! It seems there are 'Many' of us that it's affected in a way we weren't expecting & the Best thing I feel is that we can all be here for eachother?!.♡ For Our True #Legend #ChrisCornell ♥
I will miss hearing your magical voice live brother. I've played this song and so many other songs of yours to put my children to sleep in the car since they were babies. We will always cherish your voice. R.I.P. Chris Cornell
e31arenas I still cry man. We will see you again.
I cry when I listen
e31arenas My mom did the same. I'm about to turn 18 in 5 days. Saw him live at his higher truth tour in our home town Seattle. my first concert I've been to.
I will always miss him, my heart died that day!!! 😭😭😭😭😭
I still cry when I listen to his beautiful angelic voice.
I don't know how it's possible to miss someone you never met, but I do. I miss Chris Cornell so much. Somehow, it's just painful to know that he isn't out there somewhere doing his thing, that he's never coming back.
Dear Chris, even i promise, it's not Goodbye as you will always be remembered in hearts of every fan of yours around the globe forever. Love from India.. God i am crying!!
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Anyone else here in 2019? I always loved Chris's vocals in this performance. The words are prophetic and he sings them in a way that wrings out every ounce of emotion. I miss him so much. Till we meet in Heaven, Chris. I know you'll be there.
Here in 2023
R.I.P. Chris cornell.
It's not goodbye, cuz we'll see & hear you when we get to heaven. Until then, you kind & amazing Chris, you will be forever in our hearts and on this earth, your amazing MUSIC will forever rien and touch the very soul of us all! Rest in Peace Chris! The Whole World misses you! 💜💚💙💛
I think of Chris Cornell every day! After all of these years, his music and beautiful soul still shines bright 💔
It's the first time I've heard this song. Wow Chris thank you so much for your touching music. You will never be forgotten!!! You have touched so many lives with your Soul.... R.I.P. I hope your at Peace now...
I cant believe what a impact your death has been to my life, Im completely heartbroken . I ache hearing your voice.You are truly loved by the world Chris Cornell. Rest now my friend
This thread scares me. I can't imagine surviving the death of one of my children...loosing a parent I can cope with but my kids I don't think I'd be able to bare the burden. My heart goes out to all of you who lost little ones. I'll be thinking of you and praying.
It's so sad ... your songs teached me to love life .. Rest in peace Chris
See you down that line, Chris Cornell. until then, Rest in Paradise.
Does anyone else need proof of the GREAT man Chris Cornell TRULY was? I didn't find his music until recently, but I have been completely BLOWN-AWAY by him, & what a TALENT he was. Not to mention, what a person he was. HIS LOSS IS A BIG 1 FOR US ALL.
This was played at my baby brother's funeral. I will always remember you Rip ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Hannah White Wow?! Recently lost my Amazing Mum, my thoughts are with You! ! 💙
Hannah White sory for your loss,,your brother will always be with you ....yull know when
First time I ever heard Chris' voice was in 1991 or 1992. Temple of the dog- Hunger strike. I'll never forget those fun days of being young, listening to this new sound from Seattle. These guys definitely put their time in. I'd give anything to be in Chris' hotel room that night in Detroit, and maybe offer a solution. I'll never be content that you took your own life. There has to be more that we don't know. I know you'd never leave your daughter, Toni. So tragic, such a huge loss to us as a music generation. RIP Chris Cornell, you were with me a lot of nights and you always will be!
I couldn't get past the first verse without tearing up. It's so fucking good
im a 46 year old aussie i feel like ive lost my brother all over again love ya chris and i know your journey will be great .
Love u Chris always
put chris in any band and for sure that band will achieve success...
Wow this story behind this song is heart breaking. Chris rocked it
a poem writtien by a cancer patient in a hospice, who got to meet chris, and have chris sing his song...what an amazing exit!!!
Chris, Where can I start, An unbelievable person , Awesome songwriter and Angel of deliverence , you left a awesome legacy for many generations ,thank you for your Love ,It's IMPACKED THIS PLANET FOREVER, AMEN
Why is it that something so beautiful in this world has to be taken away? I realized it’s better to have had for the short time, than to not have had known it at all.
rest in peace chris....
There will never be, or has there ever been an artist who could touch the soul in such an intimate and intentionally pure way, always sharing the deepest part of himself and with that offering a hand that would reach out to you in your darkest depths, through depression, addiction, heartbreak, loneliness, and isolation. Thank you Chris.
I'll hold on to your promise. This is not good bye.
Thanks for the music. That grungy voice, wow! RIP
Rest in peace Chris Cornell. Sing with the angels.
Chris you help my sister get through the loss of my nephew with your music, this song brought tears to my eyes and the lyrics are beautiful.. god bless you and this family R.I.P too you and the father and daughter.
I lost a friend last friday . He was loved by every one who ever knew him . R.I.P Anthony my friend . Thanks for posting the song .
I am sure his children are hearing this song. Mr. Cornell, true legend you are
this song gives me heartache.. r.i.p Chris Cornell
I lost my 17 year old daughter Macenzie on 6-18-18. Always in my heart. I would not wish this pain on my worst enemy. This song helps me
My daughter died 14 August 2018. She loved Chris Cornell. This song brings the tears I bury.
The story , or this song, weren't very well known, and I believe it should have been. It also seems Chris Cornell was very underrated as a songwriter, and as a singer. I just learned of the story behind this song, now a few days after his death, and it is very rare that you hear of a performer who took, or even takes, the time to help fulfill a patient's wish. Even more so that it was in the form of an awesome celebrity vocalist lending their voice for a very personal song, with the fan's own lyrics. What Chris did was a huge act of kindness and it was wonderful to hear this story/song after Chris' passing. It really shows what kind of person he was. R.I.P Chris
I agree. This was the most Chris Cornell thing that Chris ever did IMO, just a very good human being.
May your soul rest in peace Chris! You are gone but your music will always live in our souls!
Your voice has always been there. As soon as i started on the journey of independence, experimentation, and self discovery i have had you in the background. Creating the soundtrack. Providing the poems. I was 16 in 1994 and it was unfolding in front of us like an open map, telling us where we could find salvation. Thank you. I loved to your work. I fought to your work but most of all i lived and grew into a man to your work. You were the strong one and now your gone. After saying that it will get better after we lost SO many. I guess it never really did. Same ride, new kinda pain. Always learning and suffering as i walked through this haze that is life. That is my life. God bless you. You can rest now and not have to be burdened any longer. Goodbye.......
Still can't believe you're gone. That it was goodbye to us all. Miss you everyday, miss the life you couldn't finish and all the new ways your voice and your poetry would break my soul and mend it again. Love you forever
Actually Roy Dela Rosa, asked Chirs that if he would like to use his poem in a song that he would give him permission. & who else could sing it better or carry the message any sweeter than Chris Cornell. One of the best singers ever, i'm sure Roy is proud of contributing to such a great song, and his message will live forever.
Chris Cornell did it again. He is one of my favorite vocalists. To hear this....I dedicate this song to my son who I lost in 2007, at age 3. I celebrate his birthday, today. Very sad, but beautiful song!
Rest in peace, Chris Cornell, memory eternal.
we miss you...
I fell in love with this song when i heard it n also left me in tears. I just lost my baby girl october 8,2013 i wuz 7 months pregnant. I can hear this song everyday all day. U will never be forgotten my baby girl nevaeh nikole
So beautiful.... RIP Chris you are missed
That is truly the voice of an angel. Heavens got a good one! Many others up there,too!
My sister and her husband lost their 3 month old son tragically and this song was played during his service. The words fit them so perfectly especially because we called his older brother (1 years old) Buba. This song will be played daily for him. Thank you for making such a beautiful song.
Oof. How do you miss someone you never met? Needing a Chris Cornell fix & damn.... his voice gives me a lot of the feels.
Condolences and prayers to Chris Cornell's family... rest with the Angels and thank you for all of your great music...🌹🎸
thank you, i've two of my children have crossed over and this music and song gave me peace
Breaks me every time ‘ rest now brother ‘ one of the greatest voices to walk this earth
Rest well Chris.
this song comforted me when I get sad about my brother who passed away 20 years ago, still hurts every day. when I first heard it, it comforted me in dealing with how much I miss him. and now, sadly I am using it to comfort me for a reason I never thought I would have to. R.I.P. R.E.V. R.I.P. Chris Cornell! My deepest heartfelt sympathies to his wife, children, family, friends and fans!
THE LIVES' TAKEN FROM US FAR TO SOON,
LEAVES THE REST LEFT BEHIND TO ALL MOURN IN TUNE.
Never forget and always love, because we never know when it will be the last!
I lost my son two years ago. I truly believe he sent me this song to ease my mind in wondering if he is ok. I wish I would have found it before his funeral as it is the perfect song for my family. As me being his mother, him being the middle brother of three sons, and of course his best friend in the world his dad. I miss you so much Dusty. Thank you Chris Cornell for this beautifully fitting song. May you both rest in Paradise.
Ainslee, Rory, Zavier, Chris. You all deserved far better than what this universe thrust upon you. I don't know if there is something else after this life, but I do know you four live on in this song, and in the hearts of the people you have touched.
A few chords, a melody, and a grieving father's prose. A final farewell to his little girl. A gesture of understanding. A trembling sigh. The circle comes to a close.
This is your lesson to us. A poignant, aching reminder of what it means to be human.
My eternal gratitude is a modest token but it's one I give freely. Thank you for sharing your light and grace with us. Your all too brief visit to this cold pale blue rock helped us make some sense of our chaotic existence.
Beautifully written my friend.
i found this song whilst searching for songs for my daughter's funeral who sadly passed away from sids last november. it was the main song during the funeral and the back story behind makes it even more heart wrenching every time hear it. chris cornell was my singing teachers favorite singer of all time and in this song i can see why with the power and raw emotion he portays in his voice and the the melody he put behind it is extrodrdinary. love you baby memphis 7/8/11-15/11/12 from daddy
God im heartbroken and i dont even know this guy. Shows you how much music has an impact on you. Especially the great ones.
Such a beautiful man.
still crying ... will never get over this. his voice was my safe place. Will never be the same.
Seems especially appropriate today. RIP Chris
Playing this at my stepdad funeral today. Wish I could be there. Love you Gary!
Cold shivers every time I hear you sing or speak Chris. You are and will always be a much loved human being that had an unrivalled passion for music. I love what you do and did.....always. R.I.P. Chris Cornell.
As a cancer survivor myself, hearing this song the first time really hit home! My heart goes out to all families who have lost someone to this dreaded disease! Thank You Rory Dela Rose and Chris Cornell for this wonderful song! You will all live forever in our Hearts!
This song means the world to me. My son took his own life 💔 Dec 19 2019 and then 2 others. I love Chris. I wish I could thank him ❤️🙏
I’m so sorry my lady ✌️&💚,my name is David Drake,not grinch lol,it’s just a nickname that stuck from my dad playing Santa for more than two decades lol
Got stuck with a job of bagging candy lol I didn’t like it but it was fun looking back now,it was alright,….now,I got Grinch as a nickname lol,it still is routine every Christmas lol I wish you the best my lady
I’m from Canada BTW
This is making me cry...so sad...such a tragedy...dang..:(((
Chris I love you man I miss you fly, be free, rest in peace, just don't stop singing
How could you two people not love this song?!?!!? It is such a beautiful set of lyrics and a amazing singer to sing it!! I will always love Chris Cornell's music and voice till the day I die!! :)
There aren't words how touching this song is. My heart breaks for all that have lost loved ones. RIP Chris Cornell your voice and soul are truly missed 🙏😢
So many of Chris's songs were wrapped around death. We have such a short time on this Earth before we go back to God. I beleive in Reincarnation, so, many lives to go through to finally go home. It is sad that people do not see just how precious every day of life with family and the wonder of our world is. Life will end soon enough on its on. There is help available if you seek it, I have been there. Once you are gone, you do not suffer anymore, those who are left behind do. I hope you have found peace Chris and that upur Family will heal in time, especially your Children.....
So hard to hear this song now that your gone Chris... Such a touching song, hope your life is peaceful...🎤🎵🎹🎤🎵🎹
R.I.P. CHRIS CORNELL...
RIP CHRIS CORNELL
Really miss you Chris, but your music will live on forever. So fortunate to see you live many times and will always cherish those memories. R.I.P my brother. 🤘🏻
This song brings so much memories. My friend died
from cancer. :'(
This song makes me cry too. You got to have alot of faith to do yourself in. God knew his pain.
He was taken out
I lost a nephew almost three years ago now. The grief was unbearable that half of my soul felt like it also was buried into the grave. The light of dreams and hope were dimmed. I was not looking forward to life anymore. All I ever wanted is to see him again. I just make sure that I take care of those whom he had left behind.
I've been grieving alone in my room for the past years. No one to show how my heart bleeds. I needed to be strong for those who are weaker than I am.
The music of Chris Cornell has moved my soul with depth that not thousands of words can fill. I have never seen him in person but his death has impacted me so much.
Just like what the lyrics of this beautiful song is, I also wanted to believe that my baby nephew needs to fly but will always be with us. But I simply can't. The fact that he is gone is haunting.
The hole that was left in my heart when he went away is getting deeper and deeper...
ragged Jeannes please don’t suffer alone. There are people out there that understand this kind of pain. Just talking with someone who really hears what is weighing on your heart can make it feel lighter and not quite as hopeless. It isn’t easy to reach out and take that risk but it very well could be much more difficult not to. Just waiting to die is exhausting and probably more torturous than learning how to live with the pain. I hope you can find the comfort you need and certainly deserve. Hugs
@@zoelo8149 thank you. It's quite ironic that people come to me to seek counseling and comfort and yet I can do it for my ownself. Must be both pride and fear to show my weakness. I'm concerned that my listener would absorb the pain when I choose to relieve myself from it through sharing. And I also didn't expect to have it voiced out properly to random people in social network like here and that my comment will get noticed, so thank you once again. It's quite a relief to be honest.
ragged Jeannes I believe part of what makes it so difficult to reach out to others is that the pain already feels so enormous. Any risk of additional pain feels so risky. You wonder how much you can carry. I know that you’re not alone. I hope you will keep on going and also remember to take care of yourself. Yes, being there for others is so important and one of the most beautiful things about life. That we can care for one another, even anonymously is a gift;both to give and to receive. I know it might sound crazy but try thinking of yourself as someone else. How would you take care of that very important person? If you want to share anything else please feel free. Otherwise just know that I will be thinking of you and praying that you will find some peace. Remember you’re not alone. 🤗🌻🌾
im a huge chris cornell fan and ive been doing lots of research about him. i came across an interview of him which talks about this song. i lost my brother to cancer (not the same kind) but i teared up when he talked about this song in the interview. and now im hearing this song for the first time and now im crying my eyes dry, this song is so beautiful and touching.
Master Cornell, you just made me cry with this song :'(
Omfg! Can I say that? Thank you Victoria for sharing the songs origin...I won't forget. And Chris...your kind will never run this race again...so we honor you as best we can...words I heard in a dream once long ago..and they seem appropo here today.
He's gone,but he never left..Chris is still here among us,in the hearts of every person whose lives were moved by his songs..you're eternal Chris.Thank you for the legacy that you gave.R.I.P.
I just had my first child 6 months ago, a daughter. even reading and hearing songs like this, and stories in the comments, it rips me apart just to think of. Some of you folks must have something special in your own souls to handle that in reality.
Chris really caught my undivided attention in his "Like A Rock" with Audioslave a few years back. Now, "I promise it's not goodbye" tells me a lot about why he touched me so
damn deep. I lost my 7 yr old daughter a few years ago(, Leukemia} There's something so haunting and yet, warm in his music, his eyes, and I am grateful he's making music such a delight.
+D.L. Thompson "Like a Stone" just an fyi.
'Like a Rock' is by cheese merchant Bob Seger.
Sorry for what you've been thru btw.
Thank you so much for posting this, I had not heard it before today. I lost my sister one month after Chris passed. I'm still reeling from the many losses of 2017....But like the title of the song says, "I Promise it's Not Goodbye", although tearful, I can manage a smile. I thank God for putting Chris on this earth. He gave so much to so many and surely helped many through his music. His music will continue to lift hearts, and bang heads!
May we get to hear that powerful and iconic voice singing in heaven! RIP....Chris Cornell ❤️
❤ :( ❤ No, It's not Goodbye! ❤❤❤ Jimi Hendrix said ❤❤❤ If I don't see you no more in this world, I'll see you on the next one... Don't be late - Don't be late... ❤ :( ❤
Mommy, please don't cry - I'm as safe as I can be... I know you miss me - But I've finally been set free! And if you find that you need me - I will be waiting here... To help you get through - And take away your fear...
I love you so much mom - But it's time for me to fly! I will see you every night - And I swear it's not goodbye... I promise it's not goodbye...
goodbye Chris & thank you so much....we loved you
can't believe he is gone!! R.I.P Chris. I have loved your voice since I was a child in the early 90's. Your songs got me through some times. You will forever be missed. 💔💔😢😢
This song makes me feel so sad, especially after watching the interview where Chris explains the story behind it.
It's not goodbye. it's see you later my friend. R.I.P CHRIS CORNELL