For those who may have missed my previous comments. I compiled and uploaded this so I could explain my love of Van-Gogh's art to a dear friend of mine and thought McLean's Stary Stary Night was perfect in helping to explain. The lyrics were strictly for the benefit of my Friend, who's first language is not English.I never imagined it would get so many views and comments. I'm so glad I was able to share.
This song really does help explain why he's so beloved by so many. The first time I heard it, I cried so hard. Thank you for putting the images with the song. Seeing his work with this song makes the lyrics even more powerful.
I remember that scene, when matt smith and Jenna brought van gogh to the present day, and showed him how his art had touched the world...I felt his tears...his inner wonder that he had finally been recognized for the talent he was.... beautiful scene...
I dedicated this song to my Mom. She committed suicide when I was 15, going on 16. She was only 36 years old. She loved to draw, and she was very good at it, but she never thought she was. She lost her Mom to a heart attack, when she was only 11 years old. She had a VERY hard life, and she never thought she was worth anything to anyone. I'm going on 60 now, and I still miss her. I didn't get to grow up with her because my father kidnapped me and my brothers, and the State found out, and they kidnapped us, and put us in different foster homes. This song brings it all back..., it still brings tears to my eyes. You never stop loving the people you truly care about, and nothing ever fills the empty space they leave in your heart. I write poetry, and I wrote a poem many years ago, called Phyllis. Phyllis A wife, a mother, an artist, though never self-proclaimed. She never truly believed that she, should come through life un-mained. The victim of men's lusts and rage, a woman drunk and sorrowed. What thoughts ran through her mind the day, she used the gun she borrowed? As in the song Starry- Starry Night, you "took your life as lovers often do." Phyllis, perhaps the song was right, and "this world was never meant for one as beautiful as you." Van Gogh could not have truly seen, such a starry starry night, for just as Phyllis - his eyes were screened, by his agony and fright. What beauty they kept hidden, this sad world will never know. Secret treasures forever buried now, with Phyllis and Van Gogh.
@@stephanierobinette4425 hey it'll be okay. We're all different. We're all struggling. I'm not trying to diminish your struggles, just reminding you that you are indeed not alone. There are plenty of people like you. You just have to find them. I hope you'll be okay. Much love
Is it possible to mourn someone you never met? To weep for a soul you you cannot meet? I think so. Rest in peace, Vincent. You inspired me and so many people to pick up our brushes and pens and create art.
It made me a little sad when I learned that Vincent Van Gogh cut his ear because he was angry at somebody, and when he committed suicide. Even though I didn't know him it makes me feel sad when I listen to this song, but at the same time this song keeps the memories of him alive and represents him as the good artist he was. In elementary school once, we also had an assignment which was to draw the starry night picture.
That's also a major fact about Vincent Van Gogh, that he inspired many people to do artwork. He's a good influence for other artists, and for people who are artistic. The knowledge about famous people, in addition to the memories (including the people who have passed away) lasts on, and remains in the world as a valuable record. RIP Vincent Van Gogh🙏
@@beckster5923 the untold history of his ear.... The official record is he cut it off for the loss of his love... He actually lost it in a duel over a woman, he lost. It was against the law to duel at the time and the punishment was either prison or death, one of the 2.. so to save themselves from the punishment for breaking the law and getting medical attention they came up with the story of him cutting his ear off...
Indeed, never thought much of it to be quite honest in the past, but last year I took an art class and that class (to be more precise my professor) changed my perspective on a lot of things in life. When she explained the life and paintings of van Gogh it's like something finally clicked in me. I could see what effect it had on her and the class as a whole. Now I come to listen to this song every now and then just to be reminded of that special moment.
As a kid, I remember my grandpa played this on a cassette player and I saw a faraway look on his eyes. I asked him what he was thinking as he listened to this song. He said "When you grow up and have as much memories as I do you will listen to these kinds of songs and think of friends and family that are gone". Now as a 42 yr old father his words come back and have more meaning. RIP Grandfather Ricardo I will see you again in better times.
This song holds such a powerful message for those suffering from mental illness. Because these are usually the kindest, sweetest and truest among us. They are gifted, many artfully or musically and their works are an expression of the love they hold inside. Like Vincent they too struggle to live in this tough world. Please remember to be kind.
You understand. So many don't. When I was young, I loved Van Gogh as many teenagers idolized Elvis. I was always quirky and drew all the time. Never worried about college because I was going to be an artist. I'm 80 and have always been. My passion was drawing nature and history, striving to tell others to love their world and time. I also love through music. When Don Maclean's Vincent was released, it was too beautiful to take it all in, then the video. Goose bumps every time I watch it. When I saw the notice of your podcast, curiosity made me click. In the beginning, your reaction was as I expected. I admire how you struggled to understand and by the end, feel so happy to have watched. You are far from stupid. You are sympathetic and wise. You get it and are one of the millions who love Vincent ❤
From your soul comes forth the brush, a testament to clarity, vision & creativity. It's purpose to bring joy to those not fortunate enough to capture the essence of beauty on a canvas. So enjoy that bounty as long as you can.
my dad used to sing 'paint your palette blue and grey' so happily, so for his funeral I searched and found this song and listened to it over and over and over. I love you dad, and wherever you are I hope you know the world was never meant for one as beautiful as you. thank you for the kind messages, they mean the world x
May your father forever rest in peace. One day, but not today, you shall join him. Until then, cherish your memories together. With my sincerest condolences.
When I was 6 my dad committed suicide and today is his birthday, so I’m listening to this song. I’m 6 months pregnant and planned on naming my little boy Vincent long before I knew this song existed. In memory of my late Father, in honor of my future son. I love you both.
Hey Rosie! Sending you all the love from a very small part of this planet! I hope you that you get all the love and happiness that you have dreamt of! ♥️
I always cry every time I hear this song "how he suffered for his sanity". This is a message for us to reach out people who are in distress and hopelessness.
I feel like calling this "a song", is a massive injustice, to me i think this is one of the best poems ever written, put to music beautifully by a man who had a voice like silk.
The fact that Don McLean wrote this beautiful song shows what a beautiful soul he was too. Thank you to all those beautiful souls that are not understood. Thanks for sharing. 🙏🏻
@@wgrimm88 According the Daily Mail online today. His wife admits that he never touched her or anyone in his family. He has however just disinherited his daughter of 30 million due to her outrageous criticism of him. As Shakespeare said "How sharper than a serpent's tooth it is to have an ungrateful child"
This brings tears to my eyes every time. I think Don McLean is a true artist, not celebrated enough. This song was my husband's favourite, we listened to it together so many times. He passed away a couple of months ago so I listened to it now as often as I can in the hope that he can hear it too
I am in tears watching and listening this morning, Ive heard this song so many times but never let it enter my spirit like today. I have been to the brink a few times. Thankfully I am still here. I'm crying for those who have never felt loved and understood. Its a painful loneliness that some find unbearable. Thank you for posting,
Its also painful when you know your loved but you cant feel it... that deep empty loneliness... its a different kind of pain to be sure. There it is again, that funny feelin. That funny fee-eelin.
I understand all too well this pain. Like someone said earlier, you can hear Don McLean’s soul was in this song. Very few truly know the feeling. Don captured it so beautifully. I never get through this song without breaking down. God bless those who are prisoners of their own minds.
I was fortunate enough to meet Don McLean once when I was 18. I asked him about this song, he replied it was self-explanatory and you either "got" Vincent's work or you didn't. In the subsequent decades I've traveled far and wide and been privileged to see Vincent's work in so many museums and galleries and understand that was perfect reply. There are many artists in this world I both love and respect but none as much as Vincent.
Absolutely , as an artist of sorts , and a liver of life , the trials , and tribulations of man kind , take their towel , living , and passing on , becomes a fine line of the inner struggle , perception , is the outside looking in , reality , is the inside looking out , behind the shadow , yet that shadow is mystery , until met .
The tenderness in Don McClean’s voice just adds the touch to this beautifully written song. Caressing words that could soothe a lonely listener who is also standing on the edge in contemplation.
Vincent .. refused to see his married brother.. sometimes.. for freedom and joy... gravity was somehow nightmare. lets see .. the moment we get to understand dark matter.
This song was played at my grandads funeral. He loved long walks, trees, and dogs. He’s the reason i love the outdoors. I’ll miss him more than he will ever know and he isn’t suffering any longer and i can find comfort in his relief of passing on. Cancer is the worst, i miss you grandpa ❤️
Don McLean got inspiration for this song after he read a biography about Vincent Van Gogh, and realised he wasn’t a crazy madman as what many assumed him to be at that time, but was someone who was tormented by mental health and was misunderstood. So he wrote this song dedicating Van Gogh.
He was Schitzophrenic, he cut off his ear because he thought he won't be able to hear the voices in his head, any more, and when that didn't work, after a little while, he took his life, his art work was a release valve for him, he was being treated for his mental illness, unfortunately, with no relief. I am sorry, I can't write no more, tears won't stop floating down my face, I just can't... forgive me please 😪❤️✨🌺
The year was 1981, the place, Amsterdam. I'm inside the Vincent Van Gogh Art Museum, bawling my eyes out, singing this song, over and over again, as I drift past the paintings of this tortured soul. I'm tortured as well. These lyrics captured the bleakness of my life, yet through the torment, I found strength in carry on, despite coming close to the same ending as Van Gogh's. May he rest in eternal peace. May God bless Don McClain...and the tender soul who uploaded this video with lyrics.
Did you know Don McLean recorded this in one take, playing and singing at the same time? As a musician this blows my mind! What an artist. What a song! Thank you Don McLean!
He was due to appear at Newcastle City Hall but there was a problem with the lighting or something so he sat on the stage and sang! A real artist and a genuine guy.
Imagine how many tears have been shed for this poor man. If only he knew, I pray the universe holds a power that allows him to know how appreciated he is
You do not have to be Religious to be a Spiritual and Loving Soul, there are many Religious People that hate, and that is the worst lot. This music reminds me of the many LGBTQI + teens that take their lives, because of haters and Bullies, I almost took my life at age 9 because of bullying and abuse.
I don't know why but Vincent Van Gogh has this inexplicable connection to my heart, its like feeling a terrible heartache for someone who you don't even know, an unkown pain
Save for the bloody rose in the snow; I would'nt know any of Van Gogh's works, but equally impressive is the mastery of this artist who describes him, Don McLain.Agreed?
Watch his paintings, read books about Vincent, watch the paintings again, talk to people with sanity problems, watch the paintings again, talk to painters and artists, watch the paintings again. You will see more and more each time.
I'm 66 years old and I've listened to this song many, many times since I first heard it as a young man. Every time I do, I wonder if it's still going to move me to tears. It always does.
My brother, also my best friend, was a brilliant artist. He killed himself in February of 2024 at age 26. I’ll miss him every day of my life. I hope the time between now and our next reunion comes sooner rather than later. I love you forever and always, Hunter.
Live now for both of you. A beautiful long life here for the two of you to talk about when you get there. Ask God to turn each tear, each ache, each disappointed wish into a prayer. Ask Him to, whether you are thinking of it in the moment or not, to turn that *energy* and *love* into something positive for your brother, for others who suffer, for the world, and for yourself. I've read that grief is love with nowhere to go. Give it to God to disperse where it is most needed. It isn't in vain. {{{hugs}}}
So many years ago , around ‘67 in SanFran. I was introduced to the work of Van Gogh. I was sitting in the lobby of a cheap hotel waiting for my date ( who didn’t show). This quiet older man came over and shared his book of Van Gogh’s art. I’ll never forget the impression I was left with, especially one piece called “The Potato Eaters”. For this young girl, it opened up a naïve little heart to the sadness and poverty In a world not known . The man had an understanding and a great love for that artist. This song reminds me of how we can share our love with complete strangers. And make a difference in someone’s life by a chance meeting . So Vincent, your work was never in vain. Thank you
It is amazing how you don’t realize the greatest things in life until you are older. I love the song. Vincent’s paintings are exquisite. All of them have a story. Thank you Don for celebrating Vincent’s life this way. It is moving and heartbreaking at the same time.
Today is Vincent's birthday. I first heard this song in my teens and loved the song but wondered who Vincent was. Once I learned the meaning of the song as it relates to Van Gogh's life, I vowed to someday see his paintings in person. Visiting the Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam a few years ago, I had tears in my eyes and a lump in my throat and as I walked through, I felt such a beautiful sadness. My girlfriend who loved to draw and sketch recently committed suicide and now I have an ever deeper understanding of what he was trying to say to me and yes, even more sadness.
@Harry B. I'm so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. And, if there is something after this mortal coil, then I hope Vincent has sought her out. May her memory be eternal. You stay strong and look after yourself. Big hug....🥰
i like the song very much, i love paintings as well , i never thought the paintings and the sadness in the song , are meant for the artist vincent.i also love to sketch and paint, specially if im overwhelm by sadness, i wish i can paint when happy, but my hands can do so much if im full of sorrow. ..
I am weeping for you both. I wish 'sorry' was a big enough word to convey how deeply I feel for you both. Sincere condolences and most heartfelt wishes of comfort.
Stunning and gorgeous and beautiful, if this amazing tribute doesn't touch your soul then your not human and probably don't have a soul! So beautiful and what beautiful souls in Vincent and Don, the love, compassion and warmth that Don put into this sublime work is absolutely profound and awe inspiring, thank you so much Mr McLean ❤
I listen in memory of my mother who “suffered for her own sanity.” She was depressed since childhood, but never let it show growing up to my brother and I. Unfortunately, she was the black sheep of her family. Never truly valued by her side of the family to the extent of being deeply betrayed. The most beautiful soul to grace Earth. I wish she never hurt- I tried to take the pain away. She ended up taking her life through the bottle. The lyrics speak true. This world was never meant for someone as beautiful as you. Love you Mommy. ❤️
Being lonely on this earth. Being lonely with even loved ones around. To not be heard when you say something revealing deep pain. As sanity departs, silence sets. Now pleasenant to seat no guests. Lonely and alone complete, no bother to be heard. Silence
Man, each time I come back and listen to this song I'm always drawn back into researching Van Gogh's life, this time I found something that's very sad, but also makes me aware of another issue that could be the case. Most people know he shot himself, but they don't know he suffered for over a day before succumbing to his injury. His brother was at his side in his final moments, trying to comfort and encourage him, reassuring him that they would still try to help him recover. At the mention of this, Van Gogh's next and final words to him were "The sadness will last forever." implying that he had no desire to live any longer in his agony. You'll often hear stories of suicide survivors immediately regretting their attempt and desiring to keep moving forward with their life, but Vincent Van Gogh's suffering was so great that even after all the extra time he was given, the weights on his life were so great that he still did not wish to bear it any longer. His life was burdened and painful for him, yet his art and expression so beautiful. And he was ignored. I wonder how many more stories like this have been lost, or how many stories like this are still to come, where pain and struggling plague them and their true beauty is not revealed until after their passing.
Hi, i've actually heard this throughout my life and i appreciate you informing it....but there are many theories stating that Vincent in fact did not shoot himself. He had supposedly shot himself with a large hunting type gun(sorry idk exactly the gun but it was pretty large) he shot himself in an area where its practically impossible to shoot himself. It actually impossible. Its most lilely someone who might have had issues with him shot him, but vincent was a compassionate man and came into the inn saying not to blame anyone that it was his fault, but why would he assure this unless someone indeed was to blame. Thd doctor also didnt hel much with his case because its suspected that he didnt really like vincent for envious reasons You can find a lot more info on this from the National Geographic article about his life and the painted documentary Loving Vincent which is amazing btw
Vincent never sold a painting while alive (one “sale” was a token friendly gesture)...his younger brother financially supported his passion which he only developed as an adult...and none of the details and paintings of Vincent’s life would have survived and become treasures of humanity had it not been for the dogged work of a young single mother name Jo who was Vincent’s SIL. When considering his mental illnesses, it’s mind-boggling to think how many opportunities existed for Van Gogh’s art to have never been made or discovered by the world...and yet, here we are, listening to a powerful song about a man whose work moves us like no other...
Yes! SIL tracked down as many pieces as she could though many had been destroyed in part from Vincent's lack of care and his mother THROWING away his old sketchbooks and paintings
Thanks to you all for sharing your knowledge and a special thanks to those for sharing your pain and loss.For me I had loved his work since I was 12 and am now 56.I nearly died a month ago of diabetic complications but survived against the odds.I had been sick for a long time and had stopped looking at the beauty in the world and in our lives.This song is such a reminder to do both.Sadness will endure forever but so will love and Vincent's bold work.Love and best wishes to you all.
While he'd had promising art skills from when he was a boy, he only starting being "an artist" seriously for 10 years. All he'd have had to do is hold out another 5, and he'd have done fine. That's the rule of overnight successes, that they typically take 10+ years.
My dad was an artist. His middle name was Vincent. Van Gough was his favorite artist, and this was one of his favorite songs. It was played at his funeral 23 years ago. Van Gogh is now my second favorite artist behind him. I miss you now more than ever, Dad. Love, Tim
My mother passed away in '96. She was an artist and her favourite was Vincent too! And we played this at her funeral too. Still makes me cry when I hear it.
I was walking in Rome, this beautiful, ancient and poetic city, at night, and heard this magnificient song played through a window, in one of these dark, small, hidden alleys. It was a very magical experience
@@brushfuller330 excuse me, english isn't my native language? What are you so angry about? Maybe we could speak german or french, I'd certainly express myself better, but would you understand me? Stop trying to be Holden Caulfield please, not everything needs to be considered "phony"... hope your day gets better though.
As a young girl in the 60s and 70s, this song touched my soul and probably saved my life. I was sad, lonely, living in the dark, cold closet. I assumed that would be my secret and my shame for my lifetime. We didn't talk about it back then. I was on the brink of suicide more than once. Then I heard this song about Vincent, struggling with the issue himself. "For they could not love you, but still your love was true. And when no hope was left in sight, on that starry, starry night, you took your life as lovers often do, but I could have told you, Vincent, this world was never meant for one as beautiful as you." In my mind, that was me. All I did was love. I wasn't a monster or a bad person. I just loved who I loved. I felt a oneness with Vincent. That was enough to keep me here. Keep me alive. To know I wasn't the only one. For that, I owe Vincent and this song. The Starry Night has hung in my room for my lifetime.
This song really hurts. Both my brother and father committed suicide due to depression. My brother was a painter and a teacher for special needs children. He painted starry night on a canvas just days before he left this world. The only thing that keeps me going is that I know I will see them again one day when the time is up for me. So I will live my life to the fullest ❤️
Played at my Mum's funeral. Haven't listened in months, intentionally. *I love you Mumma. This world was never meant for someone as beautiful as you.* 10 months today.
Warm respect to you and your mother. We come from them, we are them, they never leave us. We carry every ancestor within, none more closely than our mothers. x
My fourth grade teacher used to sing this to our class. The man was incredibly gifted. I do not exaggerate when I say that he rivaled even Don McLean himself. He lost his son about ten years ago. He was only 19. But none of us could tell anything was wrong. He still had the same infectious smile and jovial sense of humor. I learned a couple of years ago that this completely broke him emotionally. The man was the living embodiment of the masks of comedy and tragedy. I still don't know if it's true, but I heard he's never celebrated the holidays without him. Every Christmas he'd come into his classroom and just work. I just wanted to leave this comment here on the off chance he sees this (TH-cam was a new, exciting thing when he taught us). He was truly the greatest teacher I've ever had. I know this song is about another tortured soul, but I'll always attribute this to him. Happy holidays. You don't have to suffer for your sanity. We all love you.
One of the most beautiful and passionate songs ever. It's sung too with so much feeling and empathy always makes me shiver. Thanks so much for sharing these two magnificent men with us. x
I have never wanted to be anything but an artist. His work inspires me like no other. At 71 I am living my dream. I have always felt that there is something in an artists soul that sparks a different thought pattern and our sight sees things that others don't. This is true for authors and songwriters as well. A snowflake, the way a raindrop runs down a windshield and carries the light from a neon sign in a parking lot becomes an extraordinary experience for many of us as we see beauty in many obscure places. I haven't heard this song in awhile but it hits my soul.
I hope you pursue your passion vigorously. Please, don't let it die like I did. I had a passion for Model Ship Building and I was excited and good at it. Even now I regret giving it up.
Sad, using my husbands phone, his name, but he passed away and still can't stop using his phone. He had ALS. I always have loved this song. He was too beautiful for this world. Plus it's the holidays, and I just needed a good lonely cry I guess. This song captures and unites a lot of us. Beth. 12/22/2020
Sorry to hear of you loss Beth. I hope my version of this wonderful song can bring back lovely memories for you. It's here: th-cam.com/video/iIKF7aCfyAc/w-d-xo.html DL Staffordshire, UK.
starry starry night, the ragged men in ragged clothes, the silver thorn, the bloody rose; lies crushed and broken on the virgin snow' Pure artistic genius.
"To me, Van Gogh is the finest painter of them all. Certainly the most popular great painter of all time. The most beloved. His command of color, the most magnificent. He transformed the pain of his tormented life into ecstatic beauty. Pain is easy to portray but to use your passion and pain to portray the ecstasy and joy and magnificence of our world. No one had ever done it before. Perhaps no one ever will again. To my mind, that strange wild man who roamed the fields of Provence, was not only the world's greatest artist but also one of the greatest men who ever lived."
"This world was never meant for one as Beautiful as you" This line is so awesome, emotional and true. There are so many people, that are just too good to live in such a pathetic place like the world sometimes is. They deserve to live in a much, much, much better place.
As somone who suffers pretty bad from depression, this song speaks to me on a level very few can understand. And always makes me cry, like buckets. Its like finding someone who understands you for all your faults and gifts
This was Tupacs favorite song of all time, it was the last song he heard on his deathbed. We all certainly have some sort of connection with it that’s for sure
We lost our son from depression. But then, about 14 years later, he spoke to our daughter and reached out to me as well. We know he's happy where he is and feel Blessed that God would allow this. Gives us all Hope.
Don McLean, in my opinion, is perhaps America's greatest poet ever. When should listen to him explain the lyrics to American pie. This is a man who not only can sing exquisitely, but a man who can create unmatched beauty in his words. I don't know of any other poet who can move my heart to this degree. What an American treasure. What a treasure to the world.
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Yes, I was thinking similarly. I've always deeply loved this song since I was a child, but now I'm listening to it again for the first time in perhaps a decade or more. Even as a child I felt this song on a deep level and it helped me understand that not everybody, in fact most, will not understand the visions of a dreamer to touch the world to leave it a better place than when you arrived.
+John 13 - I think he was way ahead of his time. Europeans were still too connected to Impressionism to accept the change, (post Impressionism) that Van Goch proposed. This is what I think.
+Fatima Mensen-Potter You are well versed in ART but in my opinion He was just mentally ill and absence (that wicked liquor) along with paint chemicals pushed him over the edge. Yeah he was there during the Impressionist Movement but as a poor man I don't think it had a major impact on his life-except for certain techniques and maybe a nudge .Aloha my Art friend and belated Happy New Year
One of my dad's favorites. He used it to teach me the beauty of art while trying to grasp that sometimes with all the beauty there could be pain. He is gone but my the lesson lives on with my kids and hopefully one day with theirs. Miss ya pops
I'm an Artist too, when I was unemployed for four months was the happiest days of my life. Didn't have a care in the world. Spent all night painting and all day sleeping. I can't wait till I retire so I have time to do my real work. I simply can't wait to get old so I can sit in my chair and do what I do best. Some Artist's were blessed for what they do, some never were like Vincent, and most of us will never will be in our lifetime. But it's not why we do this, we do it because we have to, because we are a human recorder of God's glory. God gave every Artist a spit of his creativity and it's a powerful force, it can work against you if you don't use it right. I keep wondering what Vincent did to make it not work for him. If you don't respect that creative force within you it will eat you alive.
This reminds me of my late Mother. She longed all her life to be retired so she could spend her time with her art. But then she died very soon and unexpected. Please try to spend at least a little bit of your time now with the things you love, you don't know how many time is left for you. :'-( I wish you all the best
ktmbilly1 I'm sure +maddi freyja is just a young, dumb kid that has a lot of growing up to do. Otherwise, there's a real big problem (or a real low IQ) there.
so true, I'm an artist in fresno, Ca, surrounded by artists and art. love traveling always traveling and new faces gives my heart new ideas, jump starts my brain and I start another painting. I also put multimedia-rocks, objects, fabric, metal on my paintings of faces and full bodied figures. I am in Chris Sorensen's 2223 S, Van Ness in warehouse district south of Ventura.. . see you there for Chris' 89th br. day Friday 27th June noon, bring snack and friends. j
Listening to this now, I realize there were so many like Vincent, whose beautiful souls we rarely notice, more often than not reject, people who would love true, but we closed our eyes and hearts to. Vincent Van Gogh's paintings transcends time of things we took for granted, ignored if you will, where we saw nothing he saw what's good and been grateful by letting them shine in his paintings. Despite the world closing on him. This is just me suddenly having an epiphany on his paintings and in this song.
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Wow, this song showed up randomly in Spotify and couldn’t hold back my tears. Can’t believe this piece of art exists and how it conveys the love for Van Gogh. This is an amazing song, I’m so glad I got to hear it.
Hello 👋 Laura How’re you doing. Thanks for this comment, I'm nothing without fans like you who appreciate my musical craftiness It's nice meeting you here.
What a wonderfully written and performed piece. While it is melancholy in both subject and feel there is even more to appreciate. I have loved this song since I first heard it as a child and had no idea who Vincent was, wondered who would name their Daughter that. By every measure it is truly one of the most beautiful songs ever written. I enjoyed the video as well, thanks for making and sharing it.
I just watched”Loving Vincent” with my dad and I ended up here. This is the first time I’ve really really listened to the lyrics and beautiful words of this song. I have tears running down my face. Vincent what a precious soul and this song is so beautiful. I don’t know if anyone is going to be reading this, but for whoever that needs to hear this: you are worthy, important and loveable. There’s someone out there who will see the real you
@@rachaelsworld1116 I can definitely recommend the movie, it’s very captivating and i love how everything is painted! I’m happy my words mean something to someone!
Just watched the movie and it was beautiful, the song has whole different meaning to me now. I loved the song before but after the movie makes me appreciated it even more. Don really captured Vincent's life in this song.
@@ayaaa2004 of course so many people need to hear this message now especially with like the rise in mental health and everything like that. You have no idea just how much people reading this message will be impacted. It’s a great reminder for everyone. Thank you for writing it.
As you no doubt know, the correct title of this Don Mclean song is "Vincent.", although many people know it as "Starry Starry Night." My version 2020 version is here: th-cam.com/video/iIKF7aCfyAc/w-d-xo.html DL Staffordshire, UK. Stay Safe everyone.
So sad, Im always ctying listening to this song , watcing many many of Vincent paintings, Guess its my life.... T... Norway... The potatoes eaters, and the raggid men in ragged, ragged clothes....Nobody realy cares.... Love from Norway....There is not many who understand.... Love to Mc Lean for giving this beautilul song, with his tribute to Vincent......
@@torhildulvestad4599 A wonderful song indeed, I hope you will like my 2020 version here: th-cam.com/video/iIKF7aCfyAc/w-d-xo.html DL Staffordshire, UK.
The beautiful pictures, the colors, the landscapes, and the sky full of stars show me the magic that Vincent had with his hands, his brushes, colors, and inspiration. But what really touches me and makes me cry is the magic of McLean's voice and its melody. Thanks for the wonderful moments I have while listening to your song.
The first time I heard this song, I was a child singing it for choir in school and it made me weep. It’s 3 decades later and not only do I still cry but I openly wept in two museums (thus far) when viewing Van Gogh’s works. He truly was too big for this world.
this composition of words, music and visuals of the master painter are almost oo much to bear. I have been crying every time I replay it because I finally understand what he is trying to say to me….
@@alexckelly1 After watching the video, I started searching for that painting too. Found that it isn't a Van Gogh but by Jozef Rulof, a medium who claimed that he painted this whilst channelling Van Gogh's spirit... Anyway, it's called The Path of Life. Just in case you hadn't found an answer to the question above for yourself.
The poetry of this is indescribably beautiful. My heart swelled and my eyes welled up with tears. Thank you Don McLean for listening to another's soul.
In my opinion, Don McLean is one of of the most underrated song writers in history, his songs and lyrics so inspired that they will only become recognized for the classics they are in the fullness of time. From "American Pie" to "And I Love You So," even great singers as Roberta Flack sang songs like "Killing Me Softly With His Song" to him, virtual love letters to the brilliance of his music and song. The human body ages, then dies. But rest assured, the brilliance of Don McLean will last through the ages.
This song holds a tragic story. I know from time to time we all feel unwanted. I think Vincent just wanted to be loved and heard. The paintings are as beautiful as the man behind the paintbrush. I hope Vincent has found peace.
What a wonderful way to give your thoughts Vincent is has and always will be my hero Lost my mum 3 weeks ago she loved this So no more family on the island I'm alone oh it's hard So yes we all need love and our voices need to be heard Thankyou for yours and for reading mine Jenny 😊
@@standup2982 Thank you so much ,I do appreciate your kindness I'm sure I will get to a better place in life I live in Guernsey .its a beautiful place to call home Once again many thanks for the reply Jenny🌹💐
I know Don McLean was most famous for American Pie but I think this song is his best. It's just so beautiful at an emotional level (on many levels actually).
What amazes me about this song is that people come here every day and listen, then leave heart-felt comments about loved ones. Such a beautiful song and such beautiful associations.
"This world was never meant for one as beautiful as you" This song is truly a work of art, it's so powerful sometimes I feel the spirit of Vincent when I listen to it.
Eh its Vivian That is the line that gets me. There are many people too beautiful for this world. I don't think AI robots will paint like this, write poetry like this or music like this, and sing with such feeling.
my teacher sang this song for our lesson in English subject today and I sobbed so hard while she sang it. I don't know why it breaks me. I think it's because she resembles my mom so much. They have the same voice.. smile.. face.. hair shape.. such an embarrassing day
Thank you for this, I'm 71 now and of course remember it when it first came out, still just as beautiful now as then. Got to see some of Van Gogh's paintings when they were shown at the LACMMA, a bunch of us drove up from San Diego...unforgettable.
I remember coming home from school alone when I was 12 and crying as I listened to this on my little radio. The lyrics are breathtakingly beautiful; I'm still in awe of them to this day. What a magical, extraordinary piece of music, encompassing the beauty of art, music, nature, and everyday people with all their courage, joy, and despair.
Unfathomable pain, after watching "Loving Vincent", and finally understanding the lyrics of this song. I have only known "Starry, starry night".. as sweet gentle music for calmness, but here I am staring at the lyrics and wanting to cry. My heart goes to all of you. "This world was never meant for someone as beautiful as you..."
I recently went to the “Immersive Van Gogh” exhibit in NYC, and it was amazing. I actually got choked up, embarrassingly, towards the end when they showed “Wheatfield with Crows”, knowing the significance of that painting. It got me back on a Van Gogh kick; I highly recommend it if you get the chance. For whatever reason I had never seen “Loving Vincent” until this past week. Absolutely amazing film. Van Gogh’s life story his so tragic; he was essentially born into it, having a deceased sibling with the same name born on the same day, and having that awful comparison to live up to. He also seemed to end up surrounded by bad people or people who didn’t understand him. I work in medicine, and the way they handled his illness (and all mental illnesses) in those days was terrible, and often lacking compassion. It’s all tragic; the only silver lining is that now, over 130 years after his death, he is almost universally looked at as an artistic master and one the founders of modern art.
@@chrisradzion2148 Not sure if it's the same as the one in NYC, but we have a Van Gogh Alive immersive experience in my city (Adelaide, Australia) and I saw it just last weekend, it was incredible, I felt so much emotion and a much greater appreciation for his art than ever before. I also saw Loving Vincent when it premiered here back in 2017, and after the exhibition on Saturday I had to watch the film again. I'm glad you also enjoyed it! An absolutely beautiful tribute.
@@shelookstome8727 i believe it’s the same. I hate to sound sappy, but I’m not gunna lie- there were moments where I had goosebumps, and when “Wheat field with Crows” came up, I did get a little choked up. I think the more you know about the man, his biography and work, the more impactful the experience is.
This song holds so much relevance at the moment,my beautiful autistic son has depression and phycosis,and is in a terrible place, these incredible words put so much into perspective.One of the great pieces of songwriting.
Has always brought thoughts and memories, (and tears) of my brother who passed away in 1971. He was 20 and I was sixteen. My hero, champion and defender always and forever. I'll love you always Pat Guess.
When i saw Van's paintings for the first time, i broke down in tears, his art reminds me of when, the first time that you see, corral and the ocean life and the way that the colours are illuminated by the sun, thank you TH-cam ❤😂🎉
As you no doubt know, the correct title of this Don Mclean song is "Vincent.", although many people know it as "Starry Starry Night." My version 2020 version is here: th-cam.com/video/iIKF7aCfyAc/w-d-xo.html DL Staffordshire, UK. Stay Safe everyone.
I love Vincent's art so much because of the beauty he expressed even through his tortured life. Don McLean has paid the utmost respect to Vincent's life through this rendition.
One genius sings about another, a truly touching song sung with great feeling. I love it. I love Van Gogh. I love this beautiful compilation. Well done!
I love Van Gogh paintings also and the story of his life really brings the beauty out more. Sometime timing is off. Sometime you don't understand in time. And the sorrow you feel for not can cut deep. Like this song. I apologize. 🥀💧
My second grade teacher Mrs.Lawson played this video with his art for the class often and I cried then, I still cry now listening to this and watching. Thank you for keeping this up for me to come back to. My mother who was an artist overdosed last February and while that's too much information for a youtube comment, this has brought me a lot of peace today. This is a memory and one I'll keep coming back to and cherishing as long as it's up.
If it helps you heal, it isn't too much information. I am sorry for your loss. I think this song draws those of us who have lost family to suicide, as well as having had those feelings ourselves. I hope you have found peace in your life.
It is never too much information. It is only "too much" for those who refuse to understand and extend compassion. I can only imagine the heartbreak you are going through. It never goes away. We only learn to manage it day by day. I send you much peace my friend. I can envision how beautiful your mother's art was ❤
Yeah...Only he was arrested for domestic violence after beating his wife half to death...You wouldn't have expected that from the man who wrote this beautiful song.
@@BornMrBlue well, artists aren't always the most kindhearted people on earth. Many are jerks, two-timers, frantic opportunists and so on. But, some of them create timeless arts so... What can we even say?
@@comeacross9, That`s a common prejudice : if you`re in classical music then you`re a genius and if you`re in popular music then you`re just an entertainer. It`s a simple matter of opinion or taste, like the fact that I consider Bach morbid. I prefer Beethoven or Mozart.
I'm here because my oldest is at the age where I was really in love with Don McLean's music and, through this song, fell in love with Van Gogh's art. They're also drawn to his art and I was hoping there was a video on TH-cam exactly like this, so I could share this experience with them. I'm so glad to find this!
This was my grandpa's favorite song and it just pains me to say he passed today. I would play this song while he rested in his medical bed the past couple of weeks. Without him I would never have listened and loved this song. It's not a goodbye, this is a see you later.
Had a live session today with my students. As we were waiting for the rest of the students, i noticed that one of my students was holding a guitar. I asked him to play a song and he played this. I was shocked and couldn't believe my ears. It was so lovely and it brings back so many beautiful memories. I am glad that he is learning this song and i hope that this song will remain as beautiful as time goes by.
I can’t understand why I miss Vincent so much, and I didn’t even met him. But I wish I could have been there for him and let him know that he was not alone.
For those who may have missed my previous comments. I compiled and uploaded this so I could explain my love of Van-Gogh's art to a dear friend of mine and thought McLean's Stary Stary Night was perfect in helping to explain. The lyrics were strictly for the benefit of my Friend, who's first language is not English.I never imagined it would get so many views and comments. I'm so glad I was able to share.
One of the best ballads of the rock era, and very tough to hear.
Brill - superb upload
This song really does help explain why he's so beloved by so many. The first time I heard it, I cried so hard. Thank you for putting the images with the song. Seeing his work with this song makes the lyrics even more powerful.
I remember that scene, when matt smith and Jenna brought van gogh to the present day, and showed him how his art had touched the world...I felt his tears...his inner wonder that he had finally been recognized for the talent he was.... beautiful scene...
@ Dawn Hancock Just in tears
I dedicated this song to my Mom. She committed suicide when I was 15, going on 16. She was only 36 years old. She loved to draw, and she was very good at it, but she never thought she was. She lost her Mom to a heart attack, when she was only 11 years old. She had a VERY hard life, and she never thought she was worth anything to anyone. I'm going on 60 now, and I still miss her. I didn't get to grow up with her because my father kidnapped me and my brothers, and the State found out, and they kidnapped us, and put us in different foster homes. This song brings it all back..., it still brings tears to my eyes. You never stop loving the people you truly care about, and nothing ever fills the empty space they leave in your heart. I write poetry, and I wrote a poem many years ago, called Phyllis.
Phyllis
A wife, a mother, an artist,
though never self-proclaimed.
She never truly believed that she,
should come through life un-mained.
The victim of men's lusts and rage,
a woman drunk and sorrowed.
What thoughts ran through her mind the day,
she used the gun she borrowed?
As in the song Starry- Starry Night,
you "took your life as lovers often do."
Phyllis, perhaps the song was right,
and "this world was never meant for one as beautiful as you."
Van Gogh could not have truly seen,
such a starry starry night,
for just as Phyllis -
his eyes were screened, by his agony and fright.
What beauty they kept hidden,
this sad world will never know.
Secret treasures forever buried now,
with Phyllis and Van Gogh.
I'm so Sorry, Really Sorry :(
Sarah. That is a heavy burden for you to bare. 😩😢
So sorry for your loss. I liked your poem very much.
I...just...😔🥀
Love never dies and if we have love in our hearts.....we are blessed: best wishes
Possibly one of the most beautiful songs ever written, about one of the most beautiful artists who ever lived.
Well said.
Absolutely.
Agreed.
I'll be the odd one n, say: Overkill by men at work..
@@frankt285 i don’t understand
"This world was never meant for one as beautiful as you" just knocks everything out of me no matter how many times I hear it.
It is rivalled only by Harry Styles - Falling -' I get the feeling that you'll never need me again'. Very sad 😔
same :(
Yes. And it is the way I feel as well. I don't belong here.just so different. And yes. * people will not listen *
Her beauty came through you❣️
@@stephanierobinette4425 hey it'll be okay. We're all different. We're all struggling. I'm not trying to diminish your struggles, just reminding you that you are indeed not alone. There are plenty of people like you. You just have to find them. I hope you'll be okay. Much love
Is it possible to mourn someone you never met? To weep for a soul you you cannot meet? I think so. Rest in peace, Vincent. You inspired me and so many people to pick up our brushes and pens and create art.
Look at his art, try to understand, if it brings a feeling to you then you've net part of the man.
It made me a little sad when I learned that Vincent Van Gogh cut his ear because he was angry at somebody, and when he committed suicide.
Even though I didn't know him it makes me feel sad when I listen to this song, but at the same time this song keeps the memories of him alive and represents him as the good artist he was. In elementary school once, we also had an assignment which was to draw the starry night picture.
That's also a major fact about Vincent Van Gogh, that he inspired many people to do artwork. He's a good influence for other artists, and for people who are artistic.
The knowledge about famous people, in addition to the memories (including the people who have passed away) lasts on, and remains in the world as a valuable record. RIP Vincent Van Gogh🙏
@@ericmelson6314Love this. ❤
@@beckster5923 the untold history of his ear....
The official record is he cut it off for the loss of his love...
He actually lost it in a duel over a woman, he lost. It was against the law to duel at the time and the punishment was either prison or death, one of the 2.. so to save themselves from the punishment for breaking the law and getting medical attention they came up with the story of him cutting his ear off...
my favorite song of all time. the lyrics touch my soul like no other song has. truly a beautiful masterpiece.
True that
Next to 'Smile' (by Chaplin) by Nat King Cole.
Don McLean's version is the standard. You might like my version too. It's here: th-cam.com/video/iIKF7aCfyAc/w-d-xo.html DL Staffordshire, UK.
Indeed, never thought much of it to be quite honest in the past, but last year I took an art class and that class (to be more precise my professor) changed my perspective on a lot of things in life. When she explained the life and paintings of van Gogh it's like something finally clicked in me. I could see what effect it had on her and the class as a whole. Now I come to listen to this song every now and then just to be reminded of that special moment.
That’s high praise from ambition, but the song can never get enough high praise
As a kid, I remember my grandpa played this on a cassette player and I saw a faraway look on his eyes.
I asked him what he was thinking as he listened to this song. He said "When you grow up and have as much memories as I do you will
listen to these kinds of songs and think of friends and family that are gone". Now as a 42 yr old father his words come back and have more meaning. RIP Grandfather Ricardo I will see you again in better times.
God bless man, that was beautiful ❤
:'(
Thanx for sharing this beautiful tale Alvin.. I'm definite you'll see him in better times..
A smart man.
The best song ever made following American pie the greatest Scottish artists off all time x
This song holds such a powerful message for those suffering from mental illness. Because these are usually the kindest, sweetest and truest among us. They are gifted, many artfully or musically and their works are an expression of the love they hold inside. Like Vincent they too struggle to live in this tough world. Please remember to be kind.
Hello Diana, How are you doing?
I will bro
To be kind always.
well said and true
Indeed
You understand. So many don't. When I was young, I loved Van Gogh as many teenagers idolized Elvis. I was always quirky and drew all the time. Never worried about college because I was going to be an artist. I'm 80 and have always been. My passion was drawing nature and history, striving to tell others to love their world and time.
I also love through music. When Don Maclean's Vincent was released, it was too beautiful to take it all in, then the video. Goose bumps every time I watch it.
When I saw the notice of your podcast, curiosity made me click. In the beginning, your reaction was as I expected. I admire how you struggled to understand and by the end, feel so happy to have watched. You are far from stupid. You are sympathetic and wise. You get it and are one of the millions who love Vincent ❤
beautiful gran ❤🥺
From your soul comes forth the brush, a testament to clarity, vision & creativity. It's purpose to bring joy to those not fortunate enough to capture the essence of beauty on a canvas. So enjoy that bounty as long as you can.
my dad used to sing 'paint your palette blue and grey' so happily, so for his funeral I searched and found this song and listened to it over and over and over. I love you dad, and wherever you are I hope you know the world was never meant for one as beautiful as you.
thank you for the kind messages, they mean the world x
sorry❤
He rests in peace❤
May your father forever rest in peace. One day, but not today, you shall join him. Until then, cherish your memories together. With my sincerest condolences.
Beautiful
Oh!! Your comment brought tears to my eyes. My Daddy is gone too, and I really really miss him!!!
When I was 6 my dad committed suicide and today is his birthday, so I’m listening to this song. I’m 6 months pregnant and planned on naming my little boy Vincent long before I knew this song existed. In memory of my late Father, in honor of my future son. I love you both.
Rose I'm sure the pain ur dad felt wasn't to hurt u rip, hope all go's well with baby
Rosie sorry
Sending love ❤️
What beautiful words gobless him and god bless you.x
Hey Rosie! Sending you all the love from a very small part of this planet! I hope you that you get all the love and happiness that you have dreamt of! ♥️
I always cry every time I hear this song "how he suffered for his sanity". This is a message for us to reach out people who are in distress and hopelessness.
Amen
LMAOO IMAGINE DOODOO
@ little one.... U mean ppl like me?
Ya your right❤
@@kaleysykes626 😊
I feel like calling this "a song", is a massive injustice,
to me i think this is one of the best poems ever written, put to music beautifully by a man who had a voice like silk.
Amen🙏🙏🙏❤
The fact that Don McLean wrote this beautiful song shows what a beautiful soul he was too.
Thank you to all those beautiful souls that are not understood.
Thanks for sharing.
🙏🏻
He’s still alive.
He’s a wife beater
very well-said
@@wgrimm88 According the Daily Mail online today. His wife admits that he never touched her or anyone in his family. He has however just disinherited his daughter of 30 million due to her outrageous criticism of him. As Shakespeare said "How sharper than a serpent's tooth it is to have an ungrateful child"
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This brings tears to my eyes every time. I think Don McLean is a true artist, not celebrated enough. This song was my husband's favourite, we listened to it together so many times. He passed away a couple of months ago so I listened to it now as often as I can in the hope that he can hear it too
I feel your pain ma'am 😭
I lost my wife a 1 1/2 years ago, Music brings you right back to those moments you shared
He can hear it every time you listen to it.
I'm sorry you've lost your husband.
Love and blessings 💜🙏
@@robertp.gagnon2840 I'm so sorry for your loss.
Love and blessins 💜🙏
I am in tears watching and listening this morning, Ive heard this song so many times but never let it enter my spirit like today. I have been to the brink a few times. Thankfully I am still here. I'm crying for those who have never felt loved and understood. Its a painful loneliness that some find unbearable. Thank you for posting,
Same and I have an 11 year old son named Vincent who suffers from Anxiety. 😞
I'm sorry for all the Lost Souls who made this dreadful choice to end their Physical Being.
Its also painful when you know your loved but you cant feel it... that deep empty loneliness... its a different kind of pain to be sure. There it is again, that funny feelin. That funny fee-eelin.
I understand all too well this pain. Like someone said earlier, you can hear Don McLean’s soul was in this song. Very few truly know the feeling. Don captured it so beautifully. I never get through this song without breaking down. God bless those who are prisoners of their own minds.
Euka, please don't ever give up on yourself. ❤️❤️❤️
this is not a song,THIS IS A MASTERPIECE.
Came here because of Van Gogh from Dr Who. In the comment says starry starry night. The background was his paintings.
It's a song that's a masterpiece.
Just like his paintings. 😭
An audible painting
I was fortunate enough to meet Don McLean once when I was 18. I asked him about this song, he replied it was self-explanatory and you either "got" Vincent's work or you didn't. In the subsequent decades I've traveled far and wide and been privileged to see Vincent's work in so many museums and galleries and understand that was perfect reply. There are many artists in this world I both love and respect but none as much as Vincent.
St Louis Museum of Art …you will not be disappointed
Absolutely , as an artist of sorts , and a liver of life , the trials , and tribulations of man kind , take their towel , living , and passing on , becomes a fine line of the inner struggle , perception , is the outside looking in , reality , is the inside looking out , behind the shadow , yet that shadow is mystery , until met .
He is my favorite artist too.
The tenderness in Don McClean’s voice just adds the touch to this beautifully written song. Caressing words that could soothe a lonely listener who is also standing on the edge in contemplation.
So perfectly stated. Beautiful.
To me it sounds like he is singing for a beloved brother or friend. So intimate and caring.
And this is the same man who wrote American Pie sheer genius
I hope that you're ok. Don't do it. Don't even contemplate it. The world is better for having you in it♥️
beautifully put
Does anyone else come close to weeping when they hear this? It's painfully beautiful.
Poignant and full of deep meaning Relates to my life.Who listens-people suffer because people are not listening
right on. u put in words what we can't touch.. but hugs my friend . November Rain, Gunns n roses is on time and fun to listen too
indeed. u r r8
Vincent .. refused to see his married brother.. sometimes.. for freedom and joy... gravity was somehow nightmare. lets see .. the moment we get to understand dark matter.
It is beautiful but weeping? I don't think so.
This song was played at my grandads funeral. He loved long walks, trees, and dogs. He’s the reason i love the outdoors. I’ll miss him more than he will ever know and he isn’t suffering any longer and i can find comfort in his relief of passing on. Cancer is the worst, i miss you grandpa ❤️
❤
Don McLean got inspiration for this song after he read a biography about Vincent Van Gogh, and realised he wasn’t a crazy madman as what many assumed him to be at that time, but was someone who was tormented by mental health and was misunderstood. So he wrote this song dedicating Van Gogh.
Brilliant nod to him from Don, I think it captures his essence
I never knew this song was about Vincent before seeing this video.
He was Schitzophrenic, he cut off his ear because he thought he won't be able to hear the voices in his head, any more, and when that didn't work, after a little while, he took his life, his art work was a release valve for him, he was being treated for his mental illness, unfortunately, with no relief. I am sorry, I can't write no more, tears won't stop floating down my face, I just can't... forgive me please 😪❤️✨🌺
Vincent was a very lovely man. Society was the crazy ones .
Beautiful and sad at the same time🥺
The year was 1981, the place, Amsterdam. I'm inside the Vincent Van Gogh Art Museum, bawling my eyes out, singing this song, over and over again, as I drift past the paintings of this tortured soul. I'm tortured as well. These lyrics captured the bleakness of my life, yet through the torment, I found strength in carry on, despite coming close to the same ending as Van Gogh's. May he rest in eternal peace. May God bless Don McClain...and the tender soul who uploaded this video with lyrics.
I hope you are doing better by God's grace. We often cannot see past the mountain, but there IS a bright sight behind the mountain.
I truly hope you found happiness and peace in your soul. Many of us struggle. I feel you.
Much, much love,
“Sadness will last forever” -Vincent’s last word before he died.
Reach out to me if you need someone to talk to and has understood the dnots.
Did you know Don McLean recorded this in one take, playing and singing at the same time? As a musician this blows my mind! What an artist. What a song! Thank you Don McLean!
Serious TALENT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Maybe that’s why it sounds so sincere because it’s from his heart
Great writers write great songs
He was due to appear at Newcastle City Hall but there was a problem with the lighting or something so he sat on the stage and sang! A real artist and a genuine guy.
No he didn’t
Imagine how many tears have been shed for this poor man. If only he knew, I pray the universe holds a power that allows him to know how appreciated he is
❤
Not a religious person, but I sincerely hope that the love in this beautiful song reached Vincent somehow, somewhere.
You do not have to be Religious to be a Spiritual and Loving Soul, there are many Religious People that hate, and that is the worst lot.
This music reminds me of the many LGBTQI + teens that take their lives, because of haters and Bullies, I almost took my life at age 9 because of bullying and abuse.
@@carminemurphy4836 I'm so sorry that you went through all of that. We aren't broken people. We deserve to love who we want to love!
@@carminemurphy4836 carmine... the devil is 'spiritual';
Was that necessary Bob?
LMAO LOL 😂
I don't know why but Vincent Van Gogh has this inexplicable connection to my heart, its like feeling a terrible heartache for someone who you don't even know, an unkown pain
Save for the bloody rose in the snow; I would'nt know any of Van Gogh's works, but equally impressive is the mastery of this artist who describes him, Don McLain.Agreed?
Watch his paintings, read books about Vincent, watch the paintings again, talk to people with sanity problems, watch the paintings again, talk to painters and artists, watch the paintings again. You will see more and more each time.
@@HenrydenHengst I have and yet it seems like a tryst
@@manjmazi a rendez vous in what sense?
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I'm 66 years old and I've listened to this song many, many times since I first heard it as a young man.
Every time I do, I wonder if it's still going to move me to tears. It always does.
me too,movierun......................
omg i just got chills reading your comment because I agree 100%
The best song, the best story ever!😢
..now i think i know what you try to say to me... 🫂
I am 62...Ditto
My brother, also my best friend, was a brilliant artist. He killed himself in February of 2024 at age 26. I’ll miss him every day of my life. I hope the time between now and our next reunion comes sooner rather than later. I love you forever and always, Hunter.
So very sorry for your loss . We all will meet again , as it is promised…peace
Live now for both of you.
A beautiful long life here for the two of you to talk about when you get there.
Ask God to turn each tear, each ache, each disappointed wish into a prayer. Ask Him to, whether you are thinking of it in the moment or not, to turn that *energy* and *love* into something positive for your brother, for others who suffer, for the world, and for yourself.
I've read that grief is love with nowhere to go. Give it to God to disperse where it is most needed. It isn't in vain.
{{{hugs}}}
Thoughts and prayers with you and your family
😭 He is still with you, but in a veiled realm. I am sorry for your, his, and all of our suffering.
I lost my daughter to suicide at 29 never get over it miss her everyday my beautiful Hayley
So many years ago , around ‘67 in SanFran. I was introduced to the work of Van Gogh.
I was sitting in the lobby of a cheap hotel waiting for my date ( who didn’t show). This quiet older man came over and shared his book of Van Gogh’s art. I’ll never forget the impression I was left with, especially one piece called “The Potato Eaters”.
For this young girl, it opened up a naïve little heart to the sadness and poverty In a world not known .
The man had an understanding and a great love for that artist. This song reminds me of how we can share our love with complete strangers. And make a difference in someone’s life by a chance meeting .
So Vincent, your work was never in vain. Thank you
beautiful
Using art to pick younger women. Interesting strategy.
Thanks for sharing
It is amazing how you don’t realize the greatest things in life until you are older. I love the song. Vincent’s paintings are exquisite. All of them have a story. Thank you Don for celebrating Vincent’s life this way. It is moving and heartbreaking at the same time.
Yes, I've loved this song since it first came out. Was just humming it today and thought I'd look it up.
You are so right about appreciating the important things in this life.
Older the wiser.
Today is Vincent's birthday. I first heard this song in my teens and loved the song but wondered who Vincent was. Once I learned the meaning of the song as it relates to Van Gogh's life, I vowed to someday see his paintings in person. Visiting the Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam a few years ago, I had tears in my eyes and a lump in my throat and as I walked through, I felt such a beautiful sadness. My girlfriend who loved to draw and sketch recently committed suicide and now I have an ever deeper understanding of what he was trying to say to me and yes, even more sadness.
@Harry B. I'm so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. And, if there is something after this mortal coil, then I hope Vincent has sought her out. May her memory be eternal. You stay strong and look after yourself. Big hug....🥰
U r art urself
Feel all my love & all my heart and prayers. Your girlfriend was blessed to have had you in her life.
i like the song very much, i love paintings as well , i never thought the paintings and the sadness in the song , are meant for the artist vincent.i also love to sketch and paint, specially if im overwhelm by sadness, i wish i can paint when happy, but my hands can do so much if im full of sorrow. ..
I am weeping for you both. I wish 'sorry' was a big enough word to convey how deeply I feel for you both. Sincere condolences and most heartfelt wishes of comfort.
Stunning and gorgeous and beautiful, if this amazing tribute doesn't touch your soul then your not human and probably don't have a soul!
So beautiful and what beautiful souls in Vincent and Don, the love, compassion and warmth that Don put into this sublime work is absolutely profound and awe inspiring, thank you so much Mr McLean ❤
I listen in memory of my mother who “suffered for her own sanity.” She was depressed since childhood, but never let it show growing up to my brother and I. Unfortunately, she was the black sheep of her family. Never truly valued by her side of the family to the extent of being deeply betrayed. The most beautiful soul to grace Earth. I wish she never hurt- I tried to take the pain away. She ended up taking her life through the bottle. The lyrics speak true. This world was never meant for someone as beautiful as you. Love you Mommy. ❤️
Being lonely on this earth. Being lonely with even loved ones around. To not be heard when you say something revealing deep pain. As sanity departs, silence sets. Now pleasenant to seat no guests. Lonely and alone complete, no bother to be heard. Silence
A wonderful tribute to your Mum,. obviously you loved her much, and I encourage you now to show that love to others, especially your own family.
I am sure you do, I felt your tribute......Im just trying to be encouraging.
So so sorry!
so sad🥺🥺
My favourite song. Ever.
Soul food
mine too
For Pinworms yes
Got to see Don sing this live, so Beautiful brought me to tears.
It is a beautiful song...
Mine too.
Man, each time I come back and listen to this song I'm always drawn back into researching Van Gogh's life, this time I found something that's very sad, but also makes me aware of another issue that could be the case. Most people know he shot himself, but they don't know he suffered for over a day before succumbing to his injury. His brother was at his side in his final moments, trying to comfort and encourage him, reassuring him that they would still try to help him recover. At the mention of this, Van Gogh's next and final words to him were "The sadness will last forever." implying that he had no desire to live any longer in his agony. You'll often hear stories of suicide survivors immediately regretting their attempt and desiring to keep moving forward with their life, but Vincent Van Gogh's suffering was so great that even after all the extra time he was given, the weights on his life were so great that he still did not wish to bear it any longer.
His life was burdened and painful for him, yet his art and expression so beautiful. And he was ignored. I wonder how many more stories like this have been lost, or how many stories like this are still to come, where pain and struggling plague them and their true beauty is not revealed until after their passing.
I didn't know that
Beautifully said...
I learned something about Vincent today through you. I had no idea he lingered...
Breaks my heart..........
Hi, i've actually heard this throughout my life and i appreciate you informing it....but there are many theories stating that Vincent in fact did not shoot himself. He had supposedly shot himself with a large hunting type gun(sorry idk exactly the gun but it was pretty large) he shot himself in an area where its practically impossible to shoot himself. It actually impossible. Its most lilely someone who might have had issues with him shot him, but vincent was a compassionate man and came into the inn saying not to blame anyone that it was his fault, but why would he assure this unless someone indeed was to blame. Thd doctor also didnt hel much with his case because its suspected that he didnt really like vincent for envious reasons
You can find a lot more info on this from the National Geographic article about his life and the painted documentary Loving Vincent which is amazing btw
@@ceciliadupuypiquion7778 that's amazing. I will have to check those out. Thanx!
This is 50ish years old and still one of the best songs ever
Vincent never sold a painting while alive (one “sale” was a token friendly gesture)...his younger brother financially supported his passion which he only developed as an adult...and none of the details and paintings of Vincent’s life would have survived and become treasures of humanity had it not been for the dogged work of a young single mother name Jo who was Vincent’s SIL.
When considering his mental illnesses, it’s mind-boggling to think how many opportunities existed for Van Gogh’s art to have never been made or discovered by the world...and yet, here we are, listening to a powerful song about a man whose work moves us like no other...
This made me cry to read. Poor Vincent.
Tím Roth..
It's shame that he didn't being nominated fór Oscar fór role of Vincent
Yes! SIL tracked down as many pieces as she could though many had been destroyed in part from Vincent's lack of care and his mother THROWING away his old sketchbooks and paintings
Thanks to you all for sharing your knowledge and a special thanks to those for sharing your pain and loss.For me I had loved his work since I was 12 and am now 56.I nearly died a month ago of diabetic complications but survived against the odds.I had been sick for a long time and had stopped looking at the beauty in the world and in our lives.This song is such a reminder to do both.Sadness will endure forever but so will love and Vincent's bold work.Love and best wishes to you all.
While he'd had promising art skills from when he was a boy, he only starting being "an artist" seriously for 10 years. All he'd have had to do is hold out another 5, and he'd have done fine. That's the rule of overnight successes, that they typically take 10+ years.
My dad was an artist. His middle name was Vincent. Van Gough was his favorite artist, and this was one of his favorite songs. It was played at his funeral 23 years ago. Van Gogh is now my second favorite artist behind him. I miss you now more than ever, Dad. Love, Tim
I’m so sorry for your loss. 😢 my dad too. He taught me everything I needed to know - like about this
❤😢❤
@@lisaborsella5412 Thank you, Mam.
@@sunshinyday1901 Thank you...
My mother passed away in '96. She was an artist and her favourite was Vincent too! And we played this at her funeral too. Still makes me cry when I hear it.
I was walking in Rome, this beautiful, ancient and poetic city, at night, and heard this magnificient song played through a window, in one of these dark, small, hidden alleys. It was a very magical experience
@@brushfuller330 excuse me, english isn't my native language? What are you so angry about? Maybe we could speak german or french, I'd certainly express myself better, but would you understand me? Stop trying to be Holden Caulfield please, not everything needs to be considered "phony"... hope your day gets better though.
Maybe that was me listening to it!
@@ninamirkovicka Perhaps! It was in August, not far from Castel Sant'Angelo. You live in a mesmerizing city, and listen to wonderful music ;)
@@brushfuller330 well that’s mean and entirely unnessessary
What a beautiful memory! Can just see that scene in my mind. Thanks for sharing. You never forget magical moments like this!
As a young girl in the 60s and 70s, this song touched my soul and probably saved my life. I was sad, lonely, living in the dark, cold closet. I assumed that would be my secret and my shame for my lifetime. We didn't talk about it back then. I was on the brink of suicide more than once. Then I heard this song about Vincent, struggling with the issue himself. "For they could not love you, but still your love was true. And when no hope was left in sight, on that starry, starry night, you took your life as lovers often do, but I could have told you, Vincent, this world was never meant for one as beautiful as you." In my mind, that was me. All I did was love. I wasn't a monster or a bad person. I just loved who I loved. I felt a oneness with Vincent. That was enough to keep me here. Keep me alive. To know I wasn't the only one. For that, I owe Vincent and this song. The Starry Night has hung in my room for my lifetime.
I grew up in same time frame.
This song really hurts. Both my brother and father committed suicide due to depression. My brother was a painter and a teacher for special needs children. He painted starry night on a canvas just days before he left this world. The only thing that keeps me going is that I know I will see them again one day when the time is up for me. So I will live my life to the fullest ❤️
You'll see them when it comes time; in the meanwhile, live so that others will live to see you again some sunny day..
Look up Ascension Presents video Mercy After Suicide by Father Chris Alar. It will bring you healing.
You must have Faith, its enough, big hug from me
I'm sorry for your loss, hun. I'm sure they're proud of you! :) ❤
Jesus Love you ❤️ Your not alone, my family members also died due to COVID. I love you ❤️
Played at my Mum's funeral. Haven't listened in months, intentionally.
*I love you Mumma. This world was never meant for someone as beautiful as you.*
10 months today.
rip ❤️
R.I.P ❤️
RIP. My brother killed himself a month ago. I used to listen to this song a lot and now it's strange to hear it.
Warm respect to you and your mother. We come from them, we are them, they never leave us. We carry every ancestor within, none more closely than our mothers. x
I’m so sorry for your loss I lost my mum 10 years ago I’ve never been the same god bless you and your family
My fourth grade teacher used to sing this to our class. The man was incredibly gifted. I do not exaggerate when I say that he rivaled even Don McLean himself.
He lost his son about ten years ago. He was only 19. But none of us could tell anything was wrong. He still had the same infectious smile and jovial sense of humor.
I learned a couple of years ago that this completely broke him emotionally. The man was the living embodiment of the masks of comedy and tragedy. I still don't know if it's true, but I heard he's never celebrated the holidays without him. Every Christmas he'd come into his classroom and just work.
I just wanted to leave this comment here on the off chance he sees this (TH-cam was a new, exciting thing when he taught us). He was truly the greatest teacher I've ever had. I know this song is about another tortured soul, but I'll always attribute this to him.
Happy holidays. You don't have to suffer for your sanity. We all love you.
I hope you get happy
😢 that brought tears
One of the most beautiful and passionate songs ever. It's sung too with so much feeling and empathy always makes me shiver. Thanks so much for sharing these two magnificent men with us. x
I have never wanted to be anything but an artist. His work inspires me like no other. At 71 I am living my dream. I have always felt that there is something in an artists soul that sparks a different thought pattern and our sight sees things that others don't. This is true for authors and songwriters as well. A snowflake, the way a raindrop runs down a windshield and carries the light from a neon sign in a parking lot becomes an extraordinary experience for many of us as we see beauty in many obscure places. I haven't heard this song in awhile but it hits my soul.
Thank you so much lovely fan of mine 💕
such a beautiful thing to read, happy for you ❤️❤️
@@donmclean5041 dude stop impersonating. everyone can see you joined may 4th.
I hope you pursue your passion vigorously. Please, don't let it die like I did. I had a passion for Model Ship Building and I was excited and good at it. Even now I regret giving it up.
@@HistoryBuff1973 Please pick up another model kit. Your passion is not dead as long as there is still one single spark left.
Sad, using my husbands phone, his name, but he passed away and still can't stop using his phone. He had ALS. I always have loved this song. He was too beautiful for this world. Plus it's the holidays, and I just needed a good lonely cry I guess. This song captures and unites a lot of us. Beth. 12/22/2020
Sorry to hear of you loss Beth. I hope my version of this wonderful song can bring back lovely memories for you. It's here: th-cam.com/video/iIKF7aCfyAc/w-d-xo.html DL Staffordshire, UK.
Sorry to hear your story Beth. May god bless you tremendously in these very difficult times. You will meet him again...
ALS is a cruel cruel disease. I hope you find peace and joy.
So sorry for your loss
God Bess🙏
Sorry for your loss Beth.
My son and I used to listen to this us and cry together. We both new this pain. He took his life on May12, 2021. I love you Cole
😥
I’m not a religious man but I will ask God to care for him until you meet gain.
im sorry, this world is full of pain and hurt but i hope youve more loving family to rally round, you much love from northern ireland
I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm crying right you. You are a strong woman. May Allah fogive your son and reunite you🤲🤲🤲
@@whitetroutchannel thank you ....
starry starry night, the ragged men in ragged clothes, the silver thorn, the bloody rose; lies crushed and broken on the virgin snow' Pure artistic genius.
My dad committed suicide when I was 30. Even though it's been 36 years, I still mourn that loss. This song makes me cry. Every. Time.
Awwwww 🥰 your comment so heart warming and touching. Nice reading your comment, how are you doing..
Keep strong beth he will know you are
huge hugs to you, be well in mind, body and spirit!!
Sorry for your loss! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
A loss like that will affect people the rest of their lives. My condolences.
"To me, Van Gogh is the finest painter of them all. Certainly the most popular great painter of all time. The most beloved. His command of color, the most magnificent. He transformed the pain of his tormented life into ecstatic beauty. Pain is easy to portray but to use your passion and pain to portray the ecstasy and joy and magnificence of our world. No one had ever done it before. Perhaps no one ever will again. To my mind, that strange wild man who roamed the fields of Provence, was not only the world's greatest artist but also one of the greatest men who ever lived."
Hannah Blanchsky You get that from Doctor Who?
AlleyCat1976 You bet your sweet TARDIS I did
thats funny stupidface.
Hannah Blanchsky mostly we are talking about the music here.
I bet you got that quote from the doctor who episode Vincent and the doctor.
"This world was never meant for one as Beautiful as you" This line is so awesome, emotional and true. There are so many people, that are just too good to live in such a pathetic place like the world sometimes is. They deserve to live in a much, much, much better place.
Well said.
Yes. indeed...
totally agree.... 02:27
They do live in a better place.......
Veprik agree
This is the greatest tribute any artist has ever given to another Artist..
As somone who suffers pretty bad from depression, this song speaks to me on a level very few can understand. And always makes me cry, like buckets. Its like finding someone who understands you for all your faults and gifts
This was Tupacs favorite song of all time, it was the last song he heard on his deathbed. We all certainly have some sort of connection with it that’s for sure
Beautifully said Chad
We lost our son from depression. But then, about 14 years later, he spoke to our daughter and reached out to me as well. We know he's happy where he is and feel Blessed that God would allow this. Gives us all Hope.
Don McLean, in my opinion, is perhaps America's greatest poet ever. When should listen to him explain the lyrics to American pie. This is a man who not only can sing exquisitely, but a man who can create unmatched beauty in his words. I don't know of any other poet who can move my heart to this degree. What an American treasure. What a treasure to the world.
Hi there
Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years.
It’s a season of love😍❤️❤️ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my TH-cam channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to compliments and criticism of my career.💞💞🙏💓... 💖🙌💓💓💓
@@donmclean8257
is this not your channel
th-cam.com/users/DonMcLeanOnline
Beatiful
Yes, I was thinking similarly. I've always deeply loved this song since I was a child, but now I'm listening to it again for the first time in perhaps a decade or more. Even as a child I felt this song on a deep level and it helped me understand that not everybody, in fact most, will not understand the visions of a dreamer to touch the world to leave it a better place than when you arrived.
These lyrics probably do more justice to Vincent’s works and life than all the rest every written about Vincent.
it is sad that one has to die before they are loved are appreciated.
+John 13 yeah.. I agree
+John 13 so true x
+John 13 You should listen to "Fruit Tree" by Nick Drake. It's another beautiful song on that subject.
+John 13 - I think he was way ahead of his time. Europeans were still too connected to Impressionism to accept the change, (post Impressionism) that Van Goch proposed. This is what I think.
+Fatima Mensen-Potter You are well versed in ART but in my opinion He was just mentally ill and absence (that wicked liquor) along with paint chemicals pushed him over the edge. Yeah he was there during the Impressionist Movement but as a poor man I don't think it had a major impact on his life-except for certain techniques and maybe a nudge .Aloha my Art friend and belated Happy New Year
One of my dad's favorites. He used it to teach me the beauty of art while trying to grasp that sometimes with all the beauty there could be pain.
He is gone but my the lesson lives on with my kids and hopefully one day with theirs. Miss ya pops
I'm an Artist too, when I was unemployed for four months was the happiest days of my life. Didn't have a care in the world. Spent all night painting and all day sleeping. I can't wait till I retire so I have time to do my real work. I simply can't wait to get old so I can sit in my chair and do what I do best. Some Artist's were blessed for what they do, some never were like Vincent, and most of us will never will be in our lifetime. But it's not why we do this, we do it because we have to, because we are a human recorder of God's glory. God gave every Artist a spit of his creativity and it's a powerful force, it can work against you if you don't use it right. I keep wondering what Vincent did to make it not work for him. If you don't respect that creative force within you it will eat you alive.
Look at me everyone, i can use a paintbrush!
This reminds me of my late Mother. She longed all her life to be retired so she could spend her time with her art. But then she died very soon and unexpected.
Please try to spend at least a little bit of your time now with the things you love, you don't know how many time is left for you. :'-(
I wish you all the best
maddi freyja jealous man. Its just ugly. try to grow
ktmbilly1
I'm sure +maddi freyja is just a young, dumb kid that has a lot of growing up to do. Otherwise, there's a real big problem (or a real low IQ) there.
so true, I'm an artist in fresno, Ca, surrounded by artists and art. love traveling always traveling and new faces gives my heart new ideas, jump starts my brain and I start another painting. I also put multimedia-rocks, objects, fabric, metal on my paintings of faces and full bodied figures. I am in Chris Sorensen's 2223 S, Van Ness in warehouse district south of Ventura.. . see you there for Chris' 89th br. day Friday 27th June noon, bring snack and friends. j
Listening to this now, I realize there were so many like Vincent, whose beautiful souls we rarely notice, more often than not reject, people who would love true, but we closed our eyes and hearts to. Vincent Van Gogh's paintings transcends time of things we took for granted, ignored if you will, where we saw nothing he saw what's good and been grateful by letting them shine in his paintings. Despite the world closing on him. This is just me suddenly having an epiphany on his paintings and in this song.
Hi there
Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years.
It’s a season of love😍❤️❤️ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my TH-cam channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to compliments and criticism of my career.💞💞🙏💓... 💖❤️💞
@@donmclean8257 You are Awesome & thank you for this absolutely stunningly beautiful song!
@@shayk.393 thanks I'm so glad for your wonderful wishes and comment.. I will be delighted to here from you, you can drop your email address for more details about my upcoming album thanks❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@@shayk.393 it's a fake account :(
I believe this was a fake Don McLean. Because he/she can't even spell correctly.
Wow, this song showed up randomly in Spotify and couldn’t hold back my tears. Can’t believe this piece of art exists and how it conveys the love for Van Gogh. This is an amazing song, I’m so glad I got to hear it.
Hello 👋 Laura
How’re you doing.
Thanks for this comment, I'm nothing without fans like you who appreciate my musical craftiness
It's nice meeting you here.
What a wonderfully written and performed piece. While it is melancholy in both subject and feel there is even more to appreciate. I have loved this song since I first heard it as a child and had no idea who Vincent was, wondered who would name their Daughter that. By every measure it is truly one of the most beautiful songs ever written. I enjoyed the video as well, thanks for making and sharing it.
I just watched”Loving Vincent” with my dad and I ended up here. This is the first time I’ve really really listened to the lyrics and beautiful words of this song. I have tears running down my face. Vincent what a precious soul and this song is so beautiful. I don’t know if anyone is going to be reading this, but for whoever that needs to hear this: you are worthy, important and loveable. There’s someone out there who will see the real you
I want to watch the film too I just heard about it yesterday and thank you for the message.
@@rachaelsworld1116 I can definitely recommend the movie, it’s very captivating and i love how everything is painted! I’m happy my words mean something to someone!
Just watched the movie and it was beautiful, the song has whole different meaning to me now. I loved the song before but after the movie makes me appreciated it even more. Don really captured Vincent's life in this song.
@@ayaaa2004 of course so many people need to hear this message now especially with like the rise in mental health and everything like that. You have no idea just how much people reading this message will be impacted. It’s a great reminder for everyone. Thank you for writing it.
@@Andyp1000 yes i totally agree you, the song is already so beautiful and the movie gives it even more depth! This song was really made for Vincent :)
" but I could have told you Vincent , this world was never meant for someone as beautiful as you "
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As you no doubt know, the correct title of this Don Mclean song is "Vincent.", although many people know it as "Starry Starry Night." My version 2020 version is here: th-cam.com/video/iIKF7aCfyAc/w-d-xo.html DL Staffordshire, UK. Stay Safe everyone.
So sad, Im always ctying listening to this song , watcing many many of Vincent paintings, Guess its my life.... T... Norway... The potatoes eaters, and the raggid men in ragged, ragged clothes....Nobody realy cares.... Love from Norway....There is not many who understand.... Love to Mc Lean for giving this beautilul song, with his tribute to Vincent......
@@torhildulvestad4599 A wonderful song indeed, I hope you will like my 2020 version here: th-cam.com/video/iIKF7aCfyAc/w-d-xo.html DL Staffordshire, UK.
This got me hard.
I'm a grown and stable man, great life, career and family. I've heard this song hundreds of times. And I still cry every single time.
maybe its because you actually have a heart, beloved
Me too!
As SENTIMENTAL as Don McLean sings this, I can EXPECT this reaction
You should seek professional help. Soon.
The beautiful pictures, the colors, the landscapes, and the sky full of stars show me the magic that Vincent had with his hands, his brushes, colors, and inspiration. But what really touches me and makes me cry is the magic of McLean's voice and its melody. Thanks for the wonderful moments I have while listening to your song.
The first time I heard this song, I was a child singing it for choir in school and it made me weep. It’s 3 decades later and not only do I still cry but I openly wept in two museums (thus far) when viewing Van Gogh’s works. He truly was too big for this world.
Are a fan too of Don McLean music too dear??
I get chills every time I hear this song and I also cry
I sob every time I listen to this song. Just like you, including sobing in the art museum where they are exhibiting Van Gogh's painting.
😢I always cry when I hear this song. I’ve been listening to it since 1975 when it came out when I graduated high school.
Just so sad and touching.
The art of Van Gogh combined with the lyrics and music of McLean ... so truly beautiful.
100 percent! These three together are pure synergy. :)
BTW, does anyone know the name of the picture at 3:19? Thanks!
this composition of words, music and visuals of the master painter are almost oo much to bear. I have been crying every time I replay it because I finally understand what he is trying to say to me….
@@alexckelly1 After watching the video, I started searching for that painting too. Found that it isn't a Van Gogh but by Jozef Rulof, a medium who claimed that he painted this whilst channelling Van Gogh's spirit... Anyway, it's called The Path of Life. Just in case you hadn't found an answer to the question above for yourself.
@@sjingram1988 Hey! Thanks so much! That's great you were able to figure that out. Have a wonderful day! :)
true beautiful soul artist
The poetry of this is indescribably beautiful. My heart swelled and my eyes welled up with tears. Thank you Don McLean for listening to another's soul.
Awwwww 🥰 your comment so heart warming and touching. Nice reading your comment, how are you doing..
Beautiful! ❤ Thanx for this, it initiated a healing and new relationship between my Mother and me 😊 Words aren’t enough…XX
In my opinion, Don McLean is one of of the most underrated song writers in history, his songs and lyrics so inspired that they will only become recognized for the classics they are in the fullness of time. From "American Pie" to "And I Love You So," even great singers as Roberta Flack sang songs like "Killing Me Softly With His Song" to him, virtual love letters to the brilliance of his music and song. The human body ages, then dies. But rest assured, the brilliance of Don McLean will last through the ages.
So true...
as Lori Lieberman***
he was a poet......the musical version of Norman Rockwell
@@ramptower7487
Nice analogy...
tiffsaver I agree, and on top of all that, his voice is so beautiful! And his heart comes through in the recordings.
This song holds a tragic story. I know from time to time we all feel unwanted. I think Vincent just wanted to be loved and heard. The paintings are as beautiful as the man behind the paintbrush. I hope Vincent has found peace.
What a wonderful way to give your thoughts
Vincent is has and always will be my hero Lost my mum 3 weeks ago she loved this
So no more family on the island I'm alone oh it's hard So yes we all need love and our voices need to be heard
Thankyou for yours and for reading mine Jenny 😊
Kathleen
Your thoughts were poetic. I loved your description of the beautiful paintings and the man behind the brush. Absolutely poetic.
I agree. Loved and heard. Something we all need.
@@jennyperrio4887 I'm so sorry for your loss
@@standup2982 Thank you so much ,I do appreciate your kindness
I'm sure I will get to a better place in life
I live in Guernsey .its a beautiful place to call home Once again many thanks for the reply Jenny🌹💐
I know Don McLean was most famous for American Pie but I think this song is his best. It's just so beautiful at an emotional level (on many levels actually).
I agree...American Pie was great,but " Starry Starry Night " is timeless !
This song is actually Don McLean's first number one hit.
I agree.
Yes, his BEST
He also wrote a song called "Empty Chairs" after looking at Van Gogh's painting Empty Chair.
I just love how you incorporated Van Gogh's paintings into this video.
Thanks!
"Perhaps they'll listen now"
It's amazing how that line is both sad and happy at the same time.
What amazes me about this song is that people come here every day and listen, then leave heart-felt comments about loved ones. Such a beautiful song and such beautiful associations.
Wendy I come here every day and I like to read the comments and then leave some comments on the comments.Yes some Beautiful Associations.
"This world was never meant for one as beautiful as you" This song is truly a work of art, it's so powerful sometimes I feel the spirit of Vincent when I listen to it.
and I feel your spirit in return
Eh its Vivian That is the line that gets me. There are many people too beautiful for this world.
I don't think AI robots will paint like this, write poetry like this or music like this, and sing with such feeling.
not sophie just dan fell in love with kim richards when i saw her face every day for 7 years .kim never stopprd loving you.x dan.
Bittersweet??
I'm a artist and I found Van Gogh to be inspiring to me as a artist.
my teacher sang this song for our lesson in English subject today and I sobbed so hard while she sang it. I don't know why it breaks me. I think it's because she resembles my mom so much. They have the same voice.. smile.. face.. hair shape.. such an embarrassing day
Hope you're feeling better
Thank you for this, I'm 71 now and of course remember it when it first came out, still just as beautiful now as then. Got to see some of Van Gogh's paintings when they were shown at the LACMMA, a bunch of us drove up from San Diego...unforgettable.
James..i'm 53 and you just put my mind at rest that, if i make it to 71, i will most probably still love VINCENT....appreciate our very being sir.
Repent before you die Jimbo.
Repent and believe on JESUS.
I went to Amsterdam and to the Vincent Van Goth Museum - Brilliant.
I have only one painting...
To everyone suffering with a mental health condition bless you and may you find your own peace
there is always a light at the end of the tunnel
Amen.
MultiAndrew1971 thank you.
MultiAndrew1971
Thank you
Thank you 💚
I remember coming home from school alone when I was 12 and crying as I listened to this on my little radio. The lyrics are breathtakingly beautiful; I'm still in awe of them to this day. What a magical, extraordinary piece of music, encompassing the beauty of art, music, nature, and everyday people with all their courage, joy, and despair.
amazingly wonderful! you just have to have coruage darling
Me too!
Wonderfully & Magically put!
I have no words. A picture paints a thousand words. RIP Vincent
Unfathomable pain, after watching "Loving Vincent", and finally understanding the lyrics of this song. I have only known "Starry, starry night".. as sweet gentle music for calmness, but here I am staring at the lyrics and wanting to cry.
My heart goes to all of you. "This world was never meant for someone as beautiful as you..."
I recently went to the “Immersive Van Gogh” exhibit in NYC, and it was amazing. I actually got choked up, embarrassingly, towards the end when they showed “Wheatfield with Crows”, knowing the significance of that painting. It got me back on a Van Gogh kick; I highly recommend it if you get the chance. For whatever reason I had never seen “Loving Vincent” until this past week. Absolutely amazing film. Van Gogh’s life story his so tragic; he was essentially born into it, having a deceased sibling with the same name born on the same day, and having that awful comparison to live up to. He also seemed to end up surrounded by bad people or people who didn’t understand him. I work in medicine, and the way they handled his illness (and all mental illnesses) in those days was terrible, and often lacking compassion. It’s all tragic; the only silver lining is that now, over 130 years after his death, he is almost universally looked at as an artistic master and one the founders of modern art.
@@chrisradzion2148 Not sure if it's the same as the one in NYC, but we have a Van Gogh Alive immersive experience in my city (Adelaide, Australia) and I saw it just last weekend, it was incredible, I felt so much emotion and a much greater appreciation for his art than ever before. I also saw Loving Vincent when it premiered here back in 2017, and after the exhibition on Saturday I had to watch the film again. I'm glad you also enjoyed it! An absolutely beautiful tribute.
@@shelookstome8727 i believe it’s the same. I hate to sound sappy, but I’m not gunna lie- there were moments where I had goosebumps, and when “Wheat field with Crows” came up, I did get a little choked up. I think the more you know about the man, his biography and work, the more impactful the experience is.
Same except I watched at eternities gate.
No matter how many times I hear this song, it still makes me weep.
no ned to weep , just understand
Yes I know what you mean Jessica it touches an emotional core deep in the soul it does the same to me really beautiful song
Then know that we weep together as kindred souls touched by these words and sounds
It's visceral.
Jessica Green your not alone it does the same to me also.
This song holds so much relevance at the moment,my beautiful autistic son has depression and phycosis,and is in a terrible place, these incredible words put so much into perspective.One of the great pieces of songwriting.
I can relate😏
Same my friend . I know the pain.
@Batool Aweid77 What a horrible, inconsiderate thing to say.
1st time seeing this and hearing this beautiful song!!
Thank you for passing along!
Has always brought thoughts and memories, (and tears) of my brother who passed away in 1971. He was 20 and I was sixteen. My hero, champion and defender always and forever.
I'll love you always Pat Guess.
I am sorry for your loss
We are the human everywhere in the world, we can feel your pain, sorry for your lost
suphi diner
Thanks guys. Your kind words are appreciated. Love to all.
From Mainz, Germany. Sorry for your loss George...
sorry for you lost
This is a beautiful tribute to one who felt so deeply the pain in the world around him. Thank you.
When i saw Van's paintings for the first time, i broke down in tears, his art reminds me of when, the first time that you see, corral and the ocean life and the way that the colours are illuminated by the sun, thank you TH-cam ❤😂🎉
Has to be one of the most beautiful songs ever written.
listen to broader arenas of music surely your affinity will shift. This one is epic though
@@debojyotisipramukherjee2118 dont be that person c'mon now...
@@jponz85 same suggestions to u aswell
As you no doubt know, the correct title of this Don Mclean song is "Vincent.", although many people know it as "Starry Starry Night." My version 2020 version is here: th-cam.com/video/iIKF7aCfyAc/w-d-xo.html DL Staffordshire, UK. Stay Safe everyone.
th-cam.com/video/0J8IloS0OPQ/w-d-xo.html this is my starry night. You can watch if you want. :)
I love Vincent's art so much because of the beauty he expressed even through his tortured life. Don McLean has paid the utmost respect to Vincent's life through this rendition.
Yeah yeah tell it to the judge
@@daviddonnell6427???
I could not agree more, pure beauty to the eyes and the ears. 😊
💟🙏 So Beautiful ! 🌠💙💫🌌🙏
One genius sings about another, a truly touching song sung with great feeling. I love it. I love Van Gogh. I love this beautiful compilation. Well done!
Don't care get some money 💰💰💰
I love Van Gogh paintings also and the story of his life really brings the beauty out more.
Sometime timing is off.
Sometime you don't understand in time.
And the sorrow you feel for not can cut deep.
Like this song.
I apologize. 🥀💧
2025 anyone?
This is Seoul.
Here I am, from Argentina.
aus
Italy
Ireland/UK dependent, had forgotten about this song but a friend reunited us
My second grade teacher Mrs.Lawson played this video with his art for the class often and I cried then, I still cry now listening to this and watching. Thank you for keeping this up for me to come back to. My mother who was an artist overdosed last February and while that's too much information for a youtube comment, this has brought me a lot of peace today. This is a memory and one I'll keep coming back to and cherishing as long as it's up.
To mention the death of a loved one is Never too much information. Thank you.
My Dad died of suicide this July 2, 1965. I was 6.
If it helps you heal, it isn't too much information. I am sorry for your loss. I think this song draws those of us who have lost family to suicide, as well as having had those feelings ourselves. I hope you have found peace in your life.
It is never too much information. It is only "too much" for those who refuse to understand and extend compassion.
I can only imagine the heartbreak you are going through. It never goes away. We only learn to manage it day by day. I send you much peace my friend. I can envision how beautiful your mother's art was ❤
Pity about Mrs Lawson and the anus incident
A true artist sings about a true artist.
Yeah...Only he was arrested for domestic violence after beating his wife half to death...You wouldn't have expected that from the man who wrote this beautiful song.
@@BornMrBlue well, artists aren't always the most kindhearted people on earth. Many are jerks, two-timers, frantic opportunists and so on. But, some of them create timeless arts so... What can we even say?
@@BornMrBlue Sad,you are right ,I've just read it from The New York Post Page six!Song is so iconic&timeless...
That's a FACT!
lori leiberman was inspired to write Killing me sofly with his words by don maclean
Don McLean is a genius. Who`s with me ?
Maybe he is... maybe everyone is. :)
@@comeacross9, That`s a common prejudice : if you`re in classical music then you`re a genius and if you`re in popular music then you`re just an entertainer. It`s a simple matter of opinion or taste, like the fact that I consider Bach morbid. I prefer Beethoven or Mozart.
Ivan Joldic I also prefer Beethoven when it comes to classical music. Also, I love trees. But don’t tell anyone, they will try and chop ‘em all down.
He is ... listen to the lyrics of 'American Pie'!
I would put it this way.......he had genius moments, and this is one of them.
I'm here because my oldest is at the age where I was really in love with Don McLean's music and, through this song, fell in love with Van Gogh's art. They're also drawn to his art and I was hoping there was a video on TH-cam exactly like this, so I could share this experience with them. I'm so glad to find this!
"this world was never meant for one as beautiful as you" The depth and passion of that line has never been equaled.
Some say Vincents last words were 'Human sadness will never end'.
This was my grandpa's favorite song and it just pains me to say he passed today. I would play this song while he rested in his medical bed the past couple of weeks. Without him I would never have listened and loved this song. It's not a goodbye, this is a see you later.
Me too
May he RIP And God has taken him to a better Pain free Place etc
He'll always love you in those stary skies❤🌠
@ッBlurr That means she has to die too
Iam sure he took comfort in that brief period that you tended to him....beautiful and timeless as was your time with Him........
Had a live session today with my students. As we were waiting for the rest of the students, i noticed that one of my students was holding a guitar. I asked him to play a song and he played this. I was shocked and couldn't believe my ears. It was so lovely and it brings back so many beautiful memories. I am glad that he is learning this song and i hope that this song will remain as beautiful as time goes by.
Hello 👋 Mardhiah
how're you doing
Comments like this are priceless, Thank you❤️
it's nice meeting you here
It's amazing how we can miss someone we never met. Maybe in some way we have.
Very true .this just pierces my heart now I'm just missing every beautiful soul who have gone to be in a better place even though I don't know them .
🗣
I completely agree!
We have met him, or atleast a part of him through his paintings.
I can’t understand why I miss Vincent so much, and I didn’t even met him. But I wish I could have been there for him and let him know that he was not alone.