My dad died yesterday and this was his favorite song to listen too with me. im 13 and my sister is 4. he was only 49. I always looked up to you dad. I miss you and I love you.
I am so sorry for your loss. I know it is likely you won’t see this, but I understand how you feel. Don’t be afraid to bring up your dad, keep him alive in telling stories. Your dad will always be looking down on you and will be proud of you.
I spent 22 years in the Marine Corps. I got sent on deployments all the time including the first gulf war. I didn't get as much time with my son as I wanted. This song hits home hard now because I'm retired and my son is working and living his life and does not have time for me. Hard lesson to swallow. Dads, spend time with your kids.
There is time if you make it. He’s the child you are his parent. Inter generational household or And texting. Say good morning via text every morning. My daddy does that with me and I’m 27.
@@alyssabell1824 There was no such thing as texting when he was growing up. Even if there were, the places I would be sent wouldn't have had cell signals even if there were cell phones then. There are now though and I do text him but don't get answers very often.
@@Dadsezso well just tell him you feel like he’s unintentionally disrespecting you. You being at war wasn’t ideal. And the being apart wasn’t ideal but now in his adult life he thinks it’s normal. You have to teach him it’s not.
As a retired Marine, now 61, with a 38 yr old son, and 3 grandsons, this song has special meaning to me. It makes me cry, I was THIS Dad to my son.I LOVE HIM, and try to pay it back through my grandsons!
Retired marine, huh? How many people did you kill, so now no song has any meaning to them? How many sons/grandsons did you deprive of spending time with their dad/grandad? For what? For filthy rich to get even richer? I can see you bursting with pride being a "retired Marine".
My dad was never around much due to a serious drinking problem. I lost him when I was 18 and he was only 53. Now im 26 and my wife and I have adopted a baby boy. Im gonna be the dad I wished for all those years ago.
In retrospect, it wasn’t even true… the last line about how “the kids have the flu” suggests that the son was prioritizing his kids properly. He was foregoing spending time with his dad because his kids needed his attention.
My relationship with my father is the exact opposite. He taught me everything in this world and more than I wanted, and thank this universe he's still here to teach me today. This song breaks my heart for those longing for this need, because my dad was the best dad in the world. He still puts up with me today.
My sons father is experiencing this now. His father gets pissed when he ask " hey when are we gonna go to X" my son may say "I don't have time because I have to do Y" His father missed every thing from K-12 the kid is 19 now doing his thing. This song is real.
@@TheAdrift You misunderstood the context. The son was just giving an excuse. Even the song writer explained this in an interview about this song. The whole point was the son was now always putting off spending time with his father after he reached adulthood just like his father always put off spending time with him back when when he was a child. The point of the father asking to see him while over the phone underlines that they havent seen each other in a long while. Did his kids have the flu that entire time?
It isnt a cautionary tale though, its the reality of our world. Our society. We are all way too caught up with material things and on top of that we HAVE to work or HAVE to make money somehow for neccessity items and shelter. Unless you are just born into money or something. But even those lucky few get way too preoccupied with other dumb unneccessary stuff. We arent promised tomorrow and we take our loved ones for granted. I personally think we as a society need some kind of different way of living where we dont use the vast majority of our waking hours earning a living. But who cares what i think? okay thats the end of my daily rant. Hope everyone has a great day, and if you have them, go spend times with your family/loved ones! Losing them and thinking about lost time is the real punch to the gut....
My dad would always play this for us and cry.. I never understood when I was a kid that he was trying to say he was sorry for not being there more for us… now dads in hospice and nothing is more clear to me. My daughter is the most important thing in my life thanks to what you taught me, even though you didn’t realize the lesson you were teaching… I love you dad. I will see you in heaven one day.
Helping my Son pack for college today. Trying to be happy for him like I was back then but my heart is aching. This song came to mind. He’s been the best Son a dad could ask for. Bittersweet.
@@LinkSinck well it's true..I had to hide and crouch down behind the car in the garage and cry my heart out the night before my girl was leaving for school...she caught me out there and said what's mom doing..her Dad had to tell her..now I'm crying.lol..its so silly..lol I miss her being here..coming in and out but it's normal..it's life..I'm happy for her..but man I wish I could do it all over..just one more time..💔💔💔💔💔💞💞💞💞💞💞💞...you'll understand when you have a child and it's time to let them go..💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞..let your parents know you think about them Send them short funny texts and texts just to say good night..love you...that's what my girl does..and I love it..💓💓💓
I don't know if people (or me) misunderstand this but if you think that you are a decent person and your son turns out just like you then it would be pride that you feel. I understand that a lot of us (including myself) wish that we had spent more time with our kids when they were young and wish that they would spend more time with us when we are old, but life is what it is and all a father or son can do is learn from their mistakes and forgive your loved ones and yourself for those mistakes.
@@thebestforthemost are you serious? The point is the son does not have time for the dad like when the dad did not have time for his son. They are lamenting that.. listen to the lyrics.
@m gel Yes, but there's a little more here, too, because the son didn't actually become /just/ like him. Yes, the son is busy, but one of the things keeping him busy is his kids having the flu. He isn't making the same mistake his dad did with him. He is making time for his kids when they need him.
I don't have a sob story- my dad is cool. He always made time for me when I was growing up. I usually pass up plans with friends just so I can hangout with him on weekends. Him and my mom are more fun to hang out with anyway.
Personally, I take the song slightly different. My dad never abandoned me or anything. I realized in my late teen years he was like a bud and we hung out all the time. Even had a few beers together when I was a teenager, BSed about typical guy shit: music, movies, girls, cars, watch sports. I interpret the song in that life is fast, next thing you know, you miss something, and you realize you missed out on stuff. My dad's dead, and I don't have kids, but my mom is also dead, so I hear this and I think of good times with them while they were alive before I joined the military, went overseas for years, and my dad got sick. It's a ramble, I know, but I miss the good times.
My dad used to play this while he drove me to school in his old red Toyota truck. I always had the lyrics to this song stuck in my head and I finally found it. My dad is currently in the hospital paralyzed from a head injury. I love him so much and this makes me both happy and sad. Edit: He passed away May 29th
My dad would play this song to me as well ...we would ride in his Bronco and fool around on the radio..I am his one and only girl...he died last year in June...this also makes me happy and sad...
so sorry.....you and your dad are close.....wonderful.....you can always carry that in your heart.....some things never leave us, like our parents' love
I'm so sorry bud. Those are powerful times we don't realize until the opportunity for more has passed. I have 2 boys, and health issues almost took me away from them one day, and the only reason I cried when I came out of an induced coma was that realization. I have no doubt your dad left this world with the pride of you on his heart. Best wishes, and carry him forward to others.
It takes only a couple of minutes to become a father. It takes years of hard work and struggle to be a Dad. This song burns a hole in my soul. God bless all of the real Dad's out there on Dad's Day 2017.
+Quetzocoatlas Gamer - it takes a female nine months to become a mother. It takes a male a few minutes (I am guessing a VERY few in your case) to become a father.
+Bucket List - If your boy died after a year, I am very sorry for your loss. But that is obviously an exceptional circumstance and outside the meaning of my post which would apply to 99+% of cases.
My dad was 38 when i was born, pretty late to be having a kid all things considered. My dad has always been superman, even as he gets older and more frail. He turned 60 in October, 2019, yet just today we went to the park and played basketball. He refuses to waste time with me because he knows soon, he won't be able to do these things with me. I love you forever, Dad. You're always my superman.
Every word of this song resonates within me. When my son was born I was in the military, a career man I was, I never had time for him. Now he is grown and has a family of his own and he doesn't have time for me. Funny how life has a way of turning things around on you and what a shame we can't spend more time with our families, especially when our kids are young. We as humans make bad choices, work over family? Really? How sad an existence we must live to survive!
I love your comment! Call him....and call him again.... and say how sorry your are and important it is to have him in your life. Make it count! Your still alive, a father, and you have a boy that you did raise. Love the guy and let him know it!
Mine and my fathers relationship is nothing like this song, we are close and share soo much, but this song brings me to tears for all those who dont have what we do. We love you too! x
I love this song. And on this Father's Day today, I miss my dad more. I think about my dad up in Heaven. And I sure miss him deeply. Rest in Heaven Dad & Harry Chapin.
I think I hear this a few times a year and when it comes on, I love it. It always reminds me to cherish who I have in my life and the time I spend with them
Nina,my name is Ron.I grew up with this song, my Dad didn't teach me much except how to be a gentleman(yes man yes ma'am,etc..)I've learned one thing in my life,do unto them as you want done to you
This is the first song in my 16 Years on this earth that made me cry after understanding the lyrics. I'm so very happy and grateful that I have a father that cares for me.
+Nacalal My father never had time for me. He was too busy making money. Be thankful you have a good relationship with your father. Take it from someone who has seen the other side. I know money isn’t everything……..Cheers
+Kevin W That's a fathers job, to work. hard to give a better life to his sons. You may not appreciate it now, but when you are older some day maybe it will click and you will be grateful for his sacrfices
My father heard this on the radio one night about 7 years ago with me in the car (I was 16). He was battling alcoholism and he started crying. I was jaded and just rolled my eyes... he’s been sober every since..and now I’m the one shedding tears. Thanks Dad❤️ Edit: coming back a year later and seeing all the support everyone is giving each other really restores my faith in humanity. I love all of you guys and this is a precious corner of the internet for me. My father and I have an amazing relationship now. Nobody can ever know how one man or women is struggling in silence, gasping for air. I pray for everyone going through their own hardships , and also pray for the wounded to let the pain go if possible. God bless ❤️
Zachary Taylor that’s awesome man. I’m 19, and my dad isn’t doing so good. I ain’t seen him since April, and mom and him just finished their divorce in July. Sadly my dads been fighting alcohol & drugs all my life... I pray one day I’ll see him clean and we can be a family again. I miss him a lot.
@@Angloman2000 I pray that your day finds recovery and you can mend your relationship. From experience, alcoholics and addicts need support, so if you can, try and support your dad, especially when he's on the road to recovery! Remember, alcoholism and drug addiction is a disease, from which there's no known cure but it can be arrested at some point and recovery is then possible! Prayers up and Blessings will rain down, with Faith!
I know my Dad watches this video. Sadly this is one of his favorites because he feels he relates so well. I've been crying and scrolling through thousands of comments to see if my dad commented. Joel, Dad, it's not too late. You didn't fail. I love you. Let's take a trip to the hobby store and get some lunch this weekend! 😋
I remember this song as a child,wish my dad would have listened to it more.mom passed recently and dad has moved on.I remembered to listen to this song often so that my children won't have to say the same thing.
+Joseph Pulvirenti thank you Joseph,once I wanted my dad to listen to this song also named (Joseph) but he didn't have time to listen well god blessed me with a new man named Joseph also and my brother is also a Joseph and my daughter age 29 is a Jojo..thank you so much for your kind words.
Crying is normal. There is no reason to "never cry" or assume that it is a good thing to hold back your feelings. As a former Medic and current Army Nurse, I have seen the toughest of men cry. Express yourself and don't be afraid to shed some tears.
Basically THE song for sons and their fathers everywhere. I remember when I was 19, I left for college and when it came time to say goodbye to my father, he said something about cats in the cradle and how he relates to the song so much better now. I didn't get it at the time, but now I finally get it. Great song.
@@browneyerosebud Hey Brown Noser bud: you are stupid. If you think people are just making up stories for attention why are you even reading them and commenting on them?
This song is about breaking generational patterns. There is always time for your kids. Even 15 minutes of being focused on your child makes them feel like you care. No job, hobbies, errands, etc is worth depriving your child of having your love, support and emotional availability. Don't let another day pass by. Make it your priority to show your children affection. Yes we all have to work and life can get busy and hectic. But the fact is you decided to bring your child into the world. Therefore it's your obligation to water that seed and look after it as it grows.
The song is about not breaking generational patterns, the lesson you wanna take from it can be to break them but theyre never broken at any point in the song
@@DailyDose926 not a fan of your clever comments being critiqued? the implication may be that patterns should be broken but, as was pointed out, the song itself is about how they aren't broken and time simply gets away. in fact the song well embodies the quote "life is what happens when you were making other plans"
As a son who's growing up this song means a lot to me. Im 21 years old, me and my dad are both long haul truck drivers. I've only been driving trucks for 3 years, he's been doing it for 40. But I cherish every time I roll into his yard after coming home from a long haul because he's always standing there where he was when I left, smiling ear to ear, just like I did when I was too young to drive a truck.
I have been blessed with a great dad. Even with 6 kids, he always found time for us and still does to this day. This song really makes me appreciate him more
Great song, good words. My son once told me that this song reminded him of us. I reminded him that when he was born I was there, when his mother abandoned him, I took him to raise him, taught him to play baseball, was his soccer coach for 5 years, never missed any of his baseball games, took him with me to Karate lessons for 5 years; even took him to work with me on many occasions, counseled him when I caught him with his friends breaking into a school and took him to see the principal the following day and made him confess and give items he took back. Made him stay in High School and took him and my 4 girls to Disneyland every summer, camping, had his own horse which I taught him to ride. Gave him a '55 Chevy P/U for a graduation present. When he was lazy, I gave him a choice, a job or the military. When he told me this song was written about me and him I was startled and asked him why and his response as an adult was I never took him to an Oakland Raider Game. Now he is almost 50 years old and has a 22 year old son that he has seen only a few times as his son was growing up. I told him he needed to look into his own heart and ask who the song was really about. I wonder what I missed.
Avery you are a great dad, I always see the best in mine... ik he is just one person so I always understand if he can't make some thing, even considering my mom despises him
Negative sticks more than positive, ask him..maybe he just wanted to talk more? maybe he loved you so much he couldn't get enough..we are never good enough for our kids, lol, we will always fall short of their expectations. I have two teens, and if I work too much they are upset, if I don't work enough it's all about the materials, if I'm tired, I'm lazy, if I'm angry, I'm mean, if I'm cuddling, I'm overcoddling, if I miss a call, I never care,...sometimes I just say, sorry, I'm human, but I try anyway. It's easy to blame Mom and Dad.
Robert Avery He took the life you gave him for granted. His life could've been way different if you would have been a crappy dad. Someday he'll realize it and will want to slap himself for not having seen it earlier or not wanting to see it earlier.
It took having a son of my own to truly grasp the power of this song. I have done all I can to not be the dad in the song. I understand some people do not have the choice, but I did and I have chose to make my son my life. Ten years strong, no regrets. I love you son.
This song pertains to me and my son nowadays. I'm proud of the man he's become. One I hoped he could be. Love you son, don't forget to bring the car back one day. Ahh forget it keep it you can have it. I'm blessed and honored to have you.
Lost my dad suddenly on New Years 2019. He used to sing this song all the time. He was my best friend and the best dad ever. This will always make me cry.
I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine losing my father, he's my best friend too! You have a Heavenly Father though who wants time with you :) Rely on Him in times when you miss your dad, which I'm sure, is daily. Praying for comfort and peace for you.
Hey bro, you’re ok, I can’t say anything that would dull this pain. But just know I’m sure he was a good kid but just know I’m sorry that you had to go through this, no one deserves that. From one Nash to another, I’m sorry.
This song has served me a huge dose of healing. My dad died when I was 10. Idk why but it seemed to help me release so much of my hurt. Its one of my favorites
Even zodiac signs they aren't real don't let the devil deceive you has anybody noticed they all have something to do with sin? No you are not easily angered Bc youre an Aries no you don't like the color black bc you're a Scorpio no youre not lazy bc you're a taurus literally sloth is a sin and black is the color of darkness and God is the light and the demons hate God so they love the dark and when I started following God he opened me and my sisters eyes to realize zodiac signs aren't real many go too astrology and tarot for their future or whats meant for them but never to God or the bible they want what's fun but sadly these are demonic things believe it or not :( me and my sister use to be so caught up in astrology and stuff like that but Not anymore so no you're not that way bc of zodiac signs it's your sins idc how accurate it seems don't be deceived ❤idk if you are gonna read this but i will tell you and everyone God is real 100% believe it or not and what good is it too gain the whole world and lose your own soul? The bible Aka Gods word never said Good people go to heaven and bad people go too hell Far from true! Nobody not no one can work their way into heaven you cant offer God nothing to get in its a free gift you receive it by faith! Repent from sin, sin desires evil things like LilnasX Meghan thee stallion cardi B im telling you and everyone Sin is very serious in the eyes of Our holy God Mrbeast idk if you will read this or not but think about how our world and the people werent like this 1000 years ago things have changed❤Guys the bible tells us more people go too hell than heaven if you live in sin and don't repent you won't be saved and god doesn't send people to hell if they go too hell they go of free choice! Hell was made for the devil and his angels you should watch billy garham give your life to Jesus we are in the last days and Jesus loves you and he shedded blood on that cross without the shedding of blood sin cannot be forgiven and sin is very serious in the eyes of god I was depressed to and sinned for fun I had suicidal thoughts I remember in my room one night I told god that of things don't change I'm gonna kms I was sorry weak and at sometimes so weak I felt like I was dying then I remember a really good day came a day I loved so much and wanted more of so on that same day I remember saying god, I'm just gonna trust you and when you try to do something right the devil attacks you so the next day was horrible I don't wanna say how it was it was just horrible! I stayed strong BC after so long of trying to go to anything else but god they all failed me so I held on to god as the reason let me skip to now and say I started off faithless now I'm so faithful in god I started off worried for my future now I know its something gods gonna handle I'm not feeling depressed anymore the whole year of 2022 was hard but with god I made it threw! Now I learned so much and love my relationship with god I know he loves and cares for me AND HE LOVES AND CARES FOR YOU TOO! I remember I was depressed and believed god didn't love me or care for me but that what the devil telling me lies and I had so many demons but now its 2023 I'm free!💗💕 give god your life today he can do things unimaginable👑😇 please don't waste time we are in the last days the bible never said just be a good person and be nice to people and you will go to heaven No you need to be willing to give up sin anything evil bad is sin even evil thoughts come to Jesus today you never know when its too late💕 and also hell is full of constant suffering and nightmare and you are forever alone Guys the bible tells us more people go too hell than heaven if you live in sin and don't repent you won't be saved and god doesn't send people to hell if they go too hell they go of free choice! Hell was made for the devil and his angels you should watch billy garham give your life to Jesus we are in the last days and Jesus loves you and he shedded blood on that cross without the shedding of blood sin cannot be forgiven and sin is very serious in the eyes of god I was depressed to and sinned for fun I had suicidal thoughts I remember in my room one night I told god that of things don't change I'm gonna kms I was sorry weak and at sometimes so weak I felt like I was dying then I remember a really good day came a day I loved so much and wanted more of so on that same day I remember saying god, I'm just gonna trust you and when you try to do something right the devil attacks you so the next day was horrible I don't wanna say how it was it was just horrible! I stayed strong BC after so long of trying to go to anything else but god they all failed me so I held on to god as the reason let me skip to now and say I started off faithless now I'm so faithful in god I started off worried for my future now I know its something gods gonna handle I'm not feeling depressed anymore the whole year of 2022 was hard but with god I made it threw! Now I learned so much and love my relationship with god I know he loves and cares for me AND HE LOVES AND CARES FOR YOU TOO! I remember I was depressed and believed god didn't love me or care for me but that what the devil telling me lies and I had so many demons but now its 2023 I'm free!💗💕 give god your life today he can do things unimaginable👑😇 please don't waste time we are in the last days the bible never said just be a good person and be nice to people and you will go to heaven No you need to be willing to give up sin anything evil bad is sin even evil thoughts come to Jesus today you never know when its too late💕❤❤❤ deadly sins are lust greed gluttony sloth envy and more but I forgot💙💙❤❤❤💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙❤❤❤❤❤❤
When I was young, I remember my dad driving me and my paternal grandpa out to lunch. This song came on on the radio. Nothing happened, it was just on and we were all silent. But years later, listening to it now, it’s like the anthem of my male family members.
Just listening to this just makes me want to spend more time with my dad. He's done so much for me, works his ass off to make sure he can get/do whatever he can for me. Sitting here now while typing this, I just think about all the times he's come into my room after a long day of work and just ask how my day was, and I answer with one word answers because I would be too busy watching tv/video games and so on. I just see that I have to get my priorities right. Especially because all he probably wants would for me to have dinner with him and watch tv with him just the small things he probably wants. I just want to and I will spend time with him. You never know when a loved one could be gone. Just like his father who died at the same age that my father is now. I love you dad.
It made me cry. I raised my son by myself as a Single Father since he was one years old. I spent every minute of every day with him till he was 18. We were inseparable. We did everything together He moved to Arizona and he is busy with his own life and and job and girlfriend. I don't hear from him much and it breaks my heart. I Wished to God that he grew up like me....... Caring and concerned and loving. I am 71 and he is 36. I need him now more than ever. That I am alone. I begged him and begged him to call and check on me. He promises to do so.......... But he goes for weeks at a time without contacting me. It beaks my heart.
Thats why i hate society and life. It throws so many of these so called "little things" at us, that it takes so much time away from us. Time we dont get to use on the big things....like family..... Im sorry......
My grandfather showed this to me when I was well to young to understand. And then my grandmother showed it to me again, when I had a bit more of a brain. Only now, over a decade later do I really feel this song in the way they had intended, and to the full scope that was intended. Tears of sorrow for times missed, and happiness for those shared.
Chelsea Vetsch WTF are you dumb?????? He wanted her to listen to the song so she would realize how important family is, and that she should try to spend as much time as possible with him.... before he dies....
This song hit me hard. My dad was a truck driver i only saw him every 2-3 months for 2 days at a time. It really hurts because i became like him. It hurt so much hearing this song i may still be young but no matter how old or young you are. You should never miss the chance to spend time with your parents because you don't know how much time you have left with them. But otherwise this is a god song but other then that it hurts alot it got me in the feels.
If you have parents make the most of them if you can. Once you're an adult the years start flying by so quickly. I always thought that was nonsense but it's true. I'm 35 and I'm terrified that the next 15 years will go even faster than the last. Don't waste time worrying about adult stuff while you're in your twenties because time will slip away and you will look really stupid in baggy skate jeans at my age..
Adding to the comments of depressing plots to drama TV shows, I got this song tattooed onto me for my dad & a lot of memories of my childhood. I showed it to my dad and he cried out of happiness.
My dad was a veteran, a fire chief, a paramedic, and the best damn father I ever could have asked for. He taught me lessons from his childhood in inner city Philadelphia that I never could have learned where I am now. It has served me well. He gave me one thing that I have clung to for years now. "Never let them steal your happy." He died back in March at age 49. This song played on the radio right after the calling hours. Hundreds of people, good people, came to visit him one last time. Every ambulance that goes by, I imagine he's working on it. He loved me with every breath he ever took since the day I was born. He was stubborn as all hell, but damn it I will always be a daddy's girl. Love you Papa, and I hope every bit is getting to you somewhere. Miss you.
I have always loved this song even though it brings tears to my eyes and chills to my arms. It is really a reminder that we need to slow down and love on the ones we got while we have them.
I shed tears hearing this. When this song came out I was a little kid listening to it with my dad. I would often ask "dad why is this man singing about his son"? Dad said "he never had time to see his son always promising him the time will be well spent soon". My parents were always together tight knit small family. 40 years later im a single dad of three small girls. The ex wants more money. More than I can afford. As im trying to earn more the time lost with them is fading away. I tell my girls "I promise Ill see you soon keep strong and you know we'll have a good time then". Ironically I used the same words Harry did... " you know we'll have a good time then". Ironically I heard this song for the first time in 40 years since. Music is a powerful energy. My dad died 2 years ago. Im sure his energy sent me here to remind me to do everything I can to spend time like he did with me.
I remember listening to this song with my father when it came on the radio. Since I was a youngster back then, I didn't understand the meaning of the song. My father has passed away about 10 years ago, and now whenever I listen to this song I experience a sad yet happy feeling when I remember spending time with him.
SS I promise you things will work out one day. Your children will understand that your previous relationship is straining you from seeing them once they are older. We do the best we can do every day.
The reason it's sad, is because it's so damn true to all of us. Hurrying to get that done, then unfortunately for some of us, the next time we meet , it's a t a funeral or a memorial. PLEASE FOR GOD'S SAKE, TAKE THE TIME!
My mom always sings it and she doesn't remember all the lyrics, but she's never had a friendly dad and I'm sure she must've listened to this a lot when she was young.
Now I turned 72 and I regret by the day all those days when my kids missed me. But found a way to fill those missing moments thanks to Einstein. Realizing “time dilates”, I still have enough time to enjoy my family and decide to move closer to them!
It’s been 2 years and 7 months since my dad passed away and I can listen to this song without busting into tears. I miss you PoP and I’m glad I got 43 years with you and I’m glad you got to see my son become a man.
I was barely a teen ager when this cam out and I loved it as a song. One night at youth group in 1978 we played it for two hours straight. It wasn't until I was nineteen in 1981, serving in the Royal Australian Navy, that an older work college said that this song woke him up to where he was with his own children as it played on the radio. That made me then listen in depth to the lyrics and they sunk deep and I carried that with me with my children.
My dad would always play this song when I was a toddler, and it was my favorite song and once he asked me that if I understand what the song said, and I had yes because I did understand then he asked me if He deserved to be called my father and I had said "Yes, because I know you will never leave me and will always be their for me!" That was when I was a 5 year old. About a year ago I had a huge fight with him, and for two months I didnt talk to him, until I told him sorry he looked like he was crying, he huged me and said "im sorry". Ever since that day I knew that even if we did have that fight I knew I could still count on my dad. Love ya dad ❤
I have a similar story. This song is pretty much how my entire relationship with my father has always been up until relatively recently. He wasn't around much when my sister and I were kids, and when he was there, he still wasn't in a lot of ways. We got into a huge fight a couple years ago which lead to me not talking to him for two weeks until he finally apologized. We've been strengthening our relationship as of late and make it a point to see each other once a week. This song scares the shit out of me, I've promised myself I will never make the same mistakes he did and that I will always be caring and attentive.
My dad was never the nicest guy. He always yelled and made me be shy in front of him. Last June I came out to him as not being religious and he disowned me. I haven't seen or heard from him since. At first it was shocking, then I came to be sort of okay with it. I never liked him SO much, but I still loved him because he was my dad y'know? Anyways, nowadays, I keep having dreams were he constantly shows up and it worry's me.... I don't know what they mean. I don't know that I want to ever see him again after all the shit he put me through last year, but this song makes me feel something. Sorry for the long post, I just had to get this off my chest.
That's what my dad is like. It probably sounds dumb, but sometimes I tear up a little whenever I see dads playing or joking or just hanging out with their kids, I never had that kind of connection with mine.
My dad always had time for me, its too bad he got cancer and died when I was 18. I love him so much and miss him more than anyone can imagine. I'm just so fortunate and grateful I had him when I did, and he was there for me. RIP Dad.
I can't imagine the pain you went through... My parents are both 42, and I can't even imagine what life would be without them. My dad is my hero, and I have much respect for you
This song is a kick in the ass. It was written to be so. I’ve literally played this for my son at 10 or so (he’s 20 now) just so we can laugh and NOT DO THIS. Seriously thank you Harry Chapin. Thank you.
@@anitavespia-corenflos5161 literally gave my son a 'corona' in the house from dad haircut today and talked about girls (dating in your 20's) to him TODAY. Feeling very fatherly. Your comment is well timed. God bless you.
Never realized that the chorus changes half way through the song when his son comes home from College. The chorus is normally "When you comin' home Dad? I Don't know when" and after College it changes to "When you comin' home Son? I don't know when" That's brilliant, love this song even more now.
I strongly agree! By the time the kid in that song turns twenty years old (He came from college just the other day), that is a huge red flag! The dad failed to raise his kid from birth to age nineteen and a half! The dad gets a D- (D-minus) at best!
I live in Canada and go to school here and my dad lives in the states (I’m a dual citizen) I usually only see him every other weekend, but we make every moment count. When the borders reopened, I got to go every few months for weeks at a time. Once, COVID got really bad in my mom’s area but it was fine where my dad was. I was already at my dads so I ended up staying there for five months doing school online. Now that things are calming down I am seeing him every month-ish. It was hard at first not seeing my dad for months on end, but if it wasn’t for the pandemic I wouldn’t have had this much quality time with my dad last year.
My dad passed in 1999. There's not a day he's not a part of me.. I loved him. Everytime I hear this song I remember of him going to bars and drinking instead of being with me. I'm 56 now . Grew up a man. Did things better than my dad did. But the point is, I grew up. I found my own way.. I was born in Detroit. I learned to be tough but nice..in some ways when my dad was gone he was making me a better person . I learned to survive, and that's not easy being white while all my friends were black . I wouldn't trade my childhood years with anyone. Because I'm a better man because of it. Ty dad.. rip.
My dad played this song a lot when I was a kid. He lost his father early on in life and had a string of bad step dads. He tried to be a good father but affection alluded him and we had a bad falling out when I became an adult. I have 3 kids of my own now and I give them every waking moment I can; plus my nephew who is a son to me. His dad left him when he was an infant. My kids deserve the best father I can be for them and I’ll always be that for them. All 4 of them.
You have nothing to make up for but if your dad is still alive can y'all reconcile? My dad was an abuser hot mess ( and I'm a girl but I took care of him at the end ). He also had religious saving at the end. I will see him again but I was glad that I put aside my pride and treated him better than he treated me. It might be worth a try?
Maybe you can see your dad and be there for him as well as your kids. The kids will see how you honor your dad and will most likely honor you in your golden years.
This song reminds men of when I was little because my dad would always want to hang out with me and I would turn him down know he passed a year ago so know I pray that when I pass I get to hang out with my father in heaven so kids respect your parents because one day they might not be there and this song made me cry and 32 because of my dad
Monkey joe 21 make sure you're going to heaven! For sure! God loves you. "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shalt be saved". "Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out." - put your faith in Christ who died for you so you could live, believe his sacrifice saves you and that he raised from the dead and by dying that means your sins are forgiven and you will go to heaven!
I loved my Dad but felt so bad when he died because I never apologized to him for the one time I told him I would whip his A__! Thank God that happened many many years before he passed but I still should have apologized. That and not sitting down and talking with him at length about his youth and things he did in the service, etc., etc., was a truly missed opportunity to really get to know him. Deep regrets I do have.
My dad moved across the country when I was two after my parents split. When I turned six, I got to fly out there and spend three weeks for him, months later, he passed away. Time goes by so fast, you don't see it.
I remember waiting for dad to come home everyday from work, so I could tell him about everything I did and to ask him for help on things I never knew, He always tries to be the best dad he can be, even if he’s awkward, gets us lost, he was always genuine, loving, and would give anything for me, I love you dad, I hope you know that
my dad wasn’t PHYSICALLY absent but he was always emotionally absent. “nobody cares” “don’t give me excuses” “use your brain” “work comes first” kind of mentality. It’s helped me get through school for the most part, but I’m emotionally and socially stunted and starting to burn out from depression and overworking. And he’s the same way. I live every day hoping I’m at least more empathetic and understanding of people.
Diehard metalhead, but this song hits me every time. Lost my dad when I was 26, and before that, I was in the military since high school. This song hits hard, especially since I lost both parents.
This song explains everything about what it means to be a Father or Dad. So many times we push the greatest moments aside in favor of what we perceive to be as " important". We can always make more money, more friends...We can never make more Time! Every day...every hour... every minute...passes by us, never to return again. Think carefully how you wish to every second. I wish everlasting love & peace for you all...
You could add that's this is a song about life itself. How often we pretend to be busy and in hurry? Don't have time to sit down with family and friends? Only when if's often to late we regent. Then a lot of people realize what really matters in life.
Every time I hear this song I remember my brother and his relationship with our father. My dad used to travel as a business man. He went all over the world and worked long days at his job. Gone before we woke up and home after we had gone to bed. He was often absent and only made time when it was convenient; but never on purpose. I never really understood the importance of a father-son relationship until later in life when my brother turned away from the world. I admit I felt the loss of my father never taking an interest, but for my brother it had devastating effects on his life. He needed his dad. And now my brother is gone. Almost two years now since the anniversary of his death. My father lost out. Perhaps one day they will get together and have a good time then in that great beyond.
+Karen Lm . Good for you, Karen, you got the real meaning of this thoughtful song. And you have shown tremendous Grace in acceptance of the tragic circumstances.
***** After my brother died I found myself wondering the last time we spoke and what words did we say. Whether you haven't spoken in a year or one day, I found the memory barely fills the void. The grief is just as bitter-sweet. So don't grill yourself to call for the sake of it. But if you have unfinished business you should follow your conscience and give your dad a call. Best to you in your move.
Growing up my dad was a doctor and was away a lot, but we still had a relationship and have memories together. I had a higher up at a job once encourage me and others to work to the point we miss our families. I played this song and ended up finding a job with another company that encouraged a work/life balance
2018 listening.. I miss my dad. We was too busy getting high shooting drugs together to really appreciate each other. I'm getting clean for both of us now. Only 6weeks in but I'm gonna enjoy life he didn't get to
Sorry for your loss, I know how it feels to lose a family member, my oldest brother. Gonna be too hard to handle the day it happens to my parents. But just remember, this life isn't the only life.
28 years in Direct Sales When people are home is when I worked Unfortunately I always worked when my kids were home. This Song I listen to all the time. Very Special song N So True n real for me I have a 18 year son went of to College N 14 year old daughter Lost tons of time with my 2 kids I would do it different if had a choice. #helpothersyouwin
My daughter is 4. I've held her every single day of her life, and I've never once been away from her overnight. She loves me like no other, and that love is my greatest joy in the world. If my dad and stepdad weren't the way they were -- fairly nonexistent -- perhaps I wouldn't be the daddy I am today, the daddy I never had.
Yea, it'll come back to you man. The more love and support she feels from you while she's young, the more likely it is that she will be there for you when you are elderly & can't take care of yourself very well 😊
My dad used to play this song all the time in the car am 21 now haven't spoken to him in 2 years hes been out of my life for the past 10 years tried to call him today (christmas eve) no answer have alot of resentment for what hes done to me and my mom in the past but would love to leave that behind for now and just talk to my dad and have a real conversation with him. Every once in a while i listen to this song and rember what i can from many years ago shed a tear over it every few months wish he just accepted me and we could both get on.
I lost my dad back in July 88 I still miss him not very often you have your daddy could best friend the disease alcohol got him brings tears to my eyes when I hear this song I really miss you Dad
If you don’t cry by the end of this song you have no heart and soul. I see my dad once a week and once a month or so we have a father/son day to have fun. Cherish your kids and dad. You never know when one day will be your last time to hangout.
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My dad died yesterday and this was his favorite song to listen too with me. im 13 and my sister is 4. he was only 49. I always looked up to you dad. I miss you and I love you.
I am so sorry..i am sure you ll make him proud.
im so sorry for your loss i hope you are doing well
I’m so sorry man. You are awesome and he is proud please always remember
I am so sorry for your loss. I know it is likely you won’t see this, but I understand how you feel. Don’t be afraid to bring up your dad, keep him alive in telling stories. Your dad will always be looking down on you and will be proud of you.
So sorry for your loss.. watch over your sister..You're going to have to be her father figure now.
I spent 22 years in the Marine Corps. I got sent on deployments all the time including the first gulf war. I didn't get as much time with my son as I wanted. This song hits home hard now because I'm retired and my son is working and living his life and does not have time for me. Hard lesson to swallow. Dads, spend time with your kids.
Darn 22yrs. Thanks 🇺🇸
There is time if you make it. He’s the child you are his parent. Inter generational household or And texting. Say good morning via text every morning. My daddy does that with me and I’m 27.
@@alyssabell1824 There was no such thing as texting when he was growing up. Even if there were, the places I would be sent wouldn't have had cell signals even if there were cell phones then. There are now though and I do text him but don't get answers very often.
@@Dadsezso well just tell him you feel like he’s unintentionally disrespecting you. You being at war wasn’t ideal. And the being apart wasn’t ideal but now in his adult life he thinks it’s normal. You have to teach him it’s not.
It is never too late to try to reconnect
Listening to this as my dad flies high.
1955-2019
Lots of love man
Sorry for you man, lots of love!
Rip
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He's still with you bro much love
As a retired Marine, now 61, with a 38 yr old son, and 3 grandsons, this song has special meaning to me. It makes me cry, I was THIS Dad to my son.I LOVE HIM, and try to pay it back through my grandsons!
It's never ever too late , don't look to the past , live tomorrow today !!
Thank you for your commitment to our United States of America !!!
@@hotrodgs - ❤️👍
Retired marine, huh? How many people did you kill, so now no song has any meaning to them? How many sons/grandsons did you deprive of spending time with their dad/grandad? For what? For filthy rich to get even richer? I can see you bursting with pride being a "retired Marine".
Did you know Major Edward Dunne?
Maybe not THIS dad. He’s not a very good one right?
My dad was never around much due to a serious drinking problem. I lost him when I was 18 and he was only 53. Now im 26 and my wife and I have adopted a baby boy. Im gonna be the dad I wished for all those years ago.
Congrats to the baby boy. Enjoy as much time with him as you can. Wish you and your family all the best
Congrats! Best of luck you with raising the kid.
been there its sucks
my dad had a similar situation & loves this song. i’m sure you will(:
And, at the very LEAST. . . he instilled that drive within you.
As an adopted child, you have my admiration.
The singer admitting his son was like him is such a punch to the gut. What a cautionary tale.
In retrospect, it wasn’t even true… the last line about how “the kids have the flu” suggests that the son was prioritizing his kids properly. He was foregoing spending time with his dad because his kids needed his attention.
My relationship with my father is the exact opposite. He taught me everything in this world and more than I wanted, and thank this universe he's still here to teach me today. This song breaks my heart for those longing for this need, because my dad was the best dad in the world. He still puts up with me today.
My sons father is experiencing this now. His father gets pissed when he ask " hey when are we gonna go to X" my son may say "I don't have time because I have to do Y" His father missed every thing from K-12 the kid is 19 now doing his thing. This song is real.
@@TheAdrift You misunderstood the context. The son was just giving an excuse. Even the song writer explained this in an interview about this song. The whole point was the son was now always putting off spending time with his father after he reached adulthood just like his father always put off spending time with him back when when he was a child. The point of the father asking to see him while over the phone underlines that they havent seen each other in a long while. Did his kids have the flu that entire time?
It isnt a cautionary tale though, its the reality of our world. Our society. We are all way too caught up with material things and on top of that we HAVE to work or HAVE to make money somehow for neccessity items and shelter. Unless you are just born into money or something. But even those lucky few get way too preoccupied with other dumb unneccessary stuff. We arent promised tomorrow and we take our loved ones for granted. I personally think we as a society need some kind of different way of living where we dont use the vast majority of our waking hours earning a living. But who cares what i think? okay thats the end of my daily rant. Hope everyone has a great day, and if you have them, go spend times with your family/loved ones! Losing them and thinking about lost time is the real punch to the gut....
My dad sent this to me when I wouldn’t play ping-pong with him lol
Lol, he's a funny bastard
I’ll play ping pong with him
He must be serious about his ping-pong !!! LOL
Haaaaaa
Big oof
My dad would always play this for us and cry.. I never understood when I was a kid that he was trying to say he was sorry for not being there more for us… now dads in hospice and nothing is more clear to me. My daughter is the most important thing in my life thanks to what you taught me, even though you didn’t realize the lesson you were teaching… I love you dad. I will see you in heaven one day.
Helping my Son pack for college today. Trying to be happy for him like I was back then but my heart is aching. This song came to mind. He’s been the best Son a dad could ask for. Bittersweet.
Jess S have you told him that?
He would break him if he ever read this. If my father ever said this to me, I'd cry
@@LinkSinck well it's true..I had to hide and crouch down behind the car in the garage and cry my heart out the night before my girl was leaving for school...she caught me out there and said what's mom doing..her Dad had to tell her..now I'm crying.lol..its so silly..lol
I miss her being here..coming in and out but it's normal..it's life..I'm happy for her..but man
I wish I could do it all over..just one more time..💔💔💔💔💔💞💞💞💞💞💞💞...you'll understand when you have a child and it's time to let them go..💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞..let your parents know you think about them
Send them short funny texts and texts just to say good night..love you...that's what my girl does..and I love it..💓💓💓
"And as I hung up the phone it occurred to me. He grown up just like me, my boy was just like me..." Gets me every time... 😭😭😭
I know right makes me feel so much at once
I don't know if people (or me) misunderstand this but if you think that you are a decent person and your son turns out just like you then it would be pride that you feel. I understand that a lot of us (including myself) wish that we had spent more time with our kids when they were young and wish that they would spend more time with us when we are old, but life is what it is and all a father or son can do is learn from their mistakes and forgive your loved ones and yourself for those mistakes.
@@thebestforthemost are you serious? The point is the son does not have time for the dad like when the dad did not have time for his son. They are lamenting that.. listen to the lyrics.
@m gel Yes, but there's a little more here, too, because the son didn't actually become /just/ like him. Yes, the son is busy, but one of the things keeping him busy is his kids having the flu. He isn't making the same mistake his dad did with him. He is making time for his kids when they need him.
Me too. Every time I sing the line I tear up. When I was a kid and now when I have my own kid.
I don't have a sob story- my dad is cool. He always made time for me when I was growing up. I usually pass up plans with friends just so I can hangout with him on weekends. Him and my mom are more fun to hang out with anyway.
Same here, Im numb after reading these comments but never been in a situation like them.
Personally, I take the song slightly different. My dad never abandoned me or anything. I realized in my late teen years he was like a bud and we hung out all the time. Even had a few beers together when I was a teenager, BSed about typical guy shit: music, movies, girls, cars, watch sports. I interpret the song in that life is fast, next thing you know, you miss something, and you realize you missed out on stuff. My dad's dead, and I don't have kids, but my mom is also dead, so I hear this and I think of good times with them while they were alive before I joined the military, went overseas for years, and my dad got sick. It's a ramble, I know, but I miss the good times.
Same here. I got blessed big time
Same man my dad is the best and I want to be like him
Dad's need more credit
My dad used to play this while he drove me to school in his old red Toyota truck. I always had the lyrics to this song stuck in my head and I finally found it. My dad is currently in the hospital paralyzed from a head injury. I love him so much and this makes me both happy and sad.
Edit: He passed away May 29th
My dad would play this song to me as well ...we would ride in his Bronco and fool around on the radio..I am his one and only girl...he died last year in June...this also makes me happy and sad...
so sorry.....you and your dad are close.....wonderful.....you can always carry that in your heart.....some things never leave us, like our parents' love
I'm so sorry bud.
Those are powerful times we don't realize until the opportunity for more has passed. I have 2 boys, and health issues almost took me away from them one day, and the only reason I cried when I came out of an induced coma was that realization. I have no doubt your dad left this world with the pride of you on his heart. Best wishes, and carry him forward to others.
I'm so sorry for your loss!😥💔🙏 May your memories keep him in your heart and shared with loved ones.❤️
@@parismims3311 hello mum's,can you write to me on dace
It takes only a couple of minutes to become a father. It takes years of hard work and struggle to be a Dad. This song burns a hole in my soul. God bless all of the real Dad's out there on Dad's Day 2017.
Amen
+Quetzocoatlas Gamer - it takes a female nine months to become a mother. It takes a male a few minutes (I am guessing a VERY few in your case) to become a father.
+Bucket List - If your boy died after a year, I am very sorry for your loss. But that is obviously an exceptional circumstance and outside the meaning of my post which would apply to 99+% of cases.
Takes you a few minutes. Don't speak for the rest of us now.
Matthew Kelosky lmao
My Dad was always my Best Friend, I haven't seen him since 1988 (passed away).
This song always give me a tear or two.....a Great Song !
me too. my dad passed away 20 years ago, and this song made me miss him so much, because i've lost my best friend which i didn't know 20 years ago.
Sorry for your loss, man
Why does this song bring a tear to my eye even though i dont have any kids.
Warren01s10 always find time for your children when you get it
Hopefully because you have a Dad
You're empathetic and there's nothing wrong with that. I wish more people were, but it's a rarity these days.
I have kids and a dad but can’t see them !!! 😥😥😥
matilibici wait why?
My Pastor gave a touching sermon on this song over 25 years and the message is still with me to this day and will always be.
My dad was 38 when i was born, pretty late to be having a kid all things considered. My dad has always been superman, even as he gets older and more frail. He turned 60 in October, 2019, yet just today we went to the park and played basketball. He refuses to waste time with me because he knows soon, he won't be able to do these things with me. I love you forever, Dad. You're always my superman.
Jordan Wolfson *my dad was like 41*
My Dad wanted to have a kid before he was 40... I was born 3 days before his 40th birthday
My dad was 45 when he had me and hes 58 now
Lucky for you I couldn’t beat my dad at basketball until I was 22
My dad was 55 when he had my little brother and he makes, sure he enjoys those moments with him.
Every word of this song resonates within me. When my son was born I was in the military, a career man I was, I never had time for him. Now he is grown and has a family of his own and he doesn't have time for me. Funny how life has a way of turning things around on you and what a shame we can't spend more time with our families, especially when our kids are young. We as humans make bad choices, work over family? Really? How sad an existence we must live to survive!
It's a song with a big lesson. My father has always been there for me and my siblings. Now that he's old, we are all there for him.
Jim Roberts thanks for your service
@UC2X6pLSEwXNd8EQjvmJ8gPg well I guess the rest of us can just go fuck ourselves Susan
I love your comment! Call him....and call him again.... and say how sorry your are and important it is to have him in your life. Make it count! Your still alive, a father, and you have a boy that you did raise. Love the guy and let him know it!
Mine and my fathers relationship is nothing like this song, we are close and share soo much, but this song brings me to tears for all those who dont have what we do.
We love you too!
x
Thank you for that. My dad and I aren't lucky enough to have this. I'm only 16 and I've already tried to move out.
+David Ciullo I'm a felon and my dads never been arrested total opposites 😂
+matt darois hahahahaha
Same!
i never had a close relationship with my dad, but this song didn't bring me to tears. i wonder why.
I love this song. And on this Father's Day today, I miss my dad more. I think about my dad up in Heaven. And I sure miss him deeply. Rest in Heaven Dad & Harry Chapin.
I think I hear this a few times a year and when it comes on, I love it.
It always reminds me to cherish who I have in my life and the time I spend with them
Nina,my name is Ron.I grew up with this song, my Dad didn't teach me much except how to be a gentleman(yes man yes ma'am,etc..)I've learned one thing in my life,do unto them as you want done to you
love it
bob stfu
This is the first song in my 16 Years on this earth that made me cry after understanding the lyrics. I'm so very happy and grateful that I have a father that cares for me.
I’m also 16 bro I been in tears the last half hour thinking about how hard my dad works and all I want is for him to be proud of me
I am 15 my dad beat me
Same
Show him you love him once in awhile.
Relationships work best both ways. (:
Listen to "Someday Never Comes" by Credence Clearwater Revival
My father always had time for me
I owe that man a lot
Yeah so do I
+Nacalal
sam
+Nacalal
My father never had
time for me. He was too busy making money. Be thankful you have a good
relationship with your father. Take it from someone who has seen the other
side. I know money isn’t everything……..Cheers
+Kevin W That's a fathers job, to work. hard to give a better life to his sons. You may not appreciate it now, but when you are older some day maybe it will click and you will be grateful for his sacrfices
+Nacalal Mine had none because he was doing time.
Legendary song that shall pass on to generations and still create the same emotions and meanings........
My father heard this on the radio one night about 7 years ago with me in the car (I was 16). He was battling alcoholism and he started crying. I was jaded and just rolled my eyes... he’s been sober every since..and now I’m the one shedding tears. Thanks Dad❤️
Edit: coming back a year later and seeing all the support everyone is giving each other really restores my faith in humanity.
I love all of you guys and this is a precious corner of the internet for me. My father and I have an amazing relationship now.
Nobody can ever know how one man or women is struggling in silence, gasping for air. I pray for everyone going through their own hardships , and also pray for the wounded to let the pain go if possible. God bless ❤️
That's awesome ❤
Zachary Taylor that’s awesome man. I’m 19, and my dad isn’t doing so good. I ain’t seen him since April, and mom and him just finished their divorce in July. Sadly my dads been fighting alcohol & drugs all my life... I pray one day I’ll see him clean and we can be a family again. I miss him a lot.
Logan Hansford stay strong brother
@@Angloman2000 I pray that your day finds recovery and you can mend your relationship. From experience, alcoholics and addicts need support, so if you can, try and support your dad, especially when he's on the road to recovery! Remember, alcoholism and drug addiction is a disease, from which there's no known cure but it can be arrested at some point and recovery is then possible! Prayers up and Blessings will rain down, with Faith!
Beautiful!
"My boy was just like me." The way he sings that line hits me in the feels every time.
Me too.. I can never sing that line without my voice breaking 😭
Yes, Dad....I grew up just like you. It's Fathers Day, 2019 and I miss you.
@@QTpyeRose no cap
tearing me up man, stay strong
Wait...............your dad died
Much respect man.
My condolences. Hang in there, man. You are still here and can still choose your own path forward.
I know my Dad watches this video. Sadly this is one of his favorites because he feels he relates so well. I've been crying and scrolling through thousands of comments to see if my dad commented. Joel, Dad, it's not too late. You didn't fail. I love you. Let's take a trip to the hobby store and get some lunch this weekend! 😋
I hope your dad sees your comment - it is very sweet - wish you the best.
"Scrolling through thousands of comments..." Why don't you just call him?
Why be a dick? This wasn't something I'm going to say to him, I was just curious if he commented.
instead of scrolling for him......find him.
@@jeffjastro - Did you get together?
A strong message for those Fathers out there who don't spend time with their children. Great Lyrics.
I remember this song as a child,wish my dad would have listened to it more.mom passed recently and dad has moved on.I remembered to listen to this song often so that my children won't have to say the same thing.
+Irene Camarena sorry to hear your story about Dad, but great to hear your not going to let you children fall into the same trap.
+Irene Camarena sorry to hear your recent loss of your Mother.
+Joseph Pulvirenti thank you Joseph,once I wanted my dad to listen to this song also named (Joseph) but he didn't have time to listen well god blessed me with a new man named Joseph also and my brother is also a Joseph and my daughter age 29 is a Jojo..thank you so much for your kind words.
+Irene Camarena your welcome.
I never cry, ever. Even though my dad is great and is still with me I cried just knowing that one day I won’t be with him.
I worry about the moment my parents, who are my best friends, won't be with me anymore every day. I dread time going by.
I never cried really either, wait til you have a kid and watch how soft you become.
this comment is making me tear up
Spend time with cause you dont know when hes gonna go with the men above
Crying is normal. There is no reason to "never cry" or assume that it is a good thing to hold back your feelings. As a former Medic and current Army Nurse, I have seen the toughest of men cry. Express yourself and don't be afraid to shed some tears.
Basically THE song for sons and their fathers everywhere.
I remember when I was 19, I left for college and when it came time to say goodbye to my father, he said something about cats in the cradle and how he relates to the song so much better now. I didn't get it at the time, but now I finally get it.
Great song.
Can be about any child and an absent parent, if you switch words around.
Xylarxcode It's not that complicated.
i have a feeling this song is about a das who had vices
Here we go with another bullshit story for attention.
@@browneyerosebud Hey Brown Noser bud: you are stupid. If you think people are just making up stories for attention why are you even reading them and commenting on them?
This song is about breaking generational patterns. There is always time for your kids. Even 15 minutes of being focused on your child makes them feel like you care. No job, hobbies, errands, etc is worth depriving your child of having your love, support and emotional availability. Don't let another day pass by. Make it your priority to show your children affection. Yes we all have to work and life can get busy and hectic. But the fact is you decided to bring your child into the world. Therefore it's your obligation to water that seed and look after it as it grows.
Amen 👍
The song is about not breaking generational patterns, the lesson you wanna take from it can be to break them but theyre never broken at any point in the song
@@streetpunkstreams4730 Blah, blah, blah.. BYE👋
@@DailyDose926 but he’s right lmao
@@DailyDose926 not a fan of your clever comments being critiqued? the implication may be that patterns should be broken but, as was pointed out, the song itself is about how they aren't broken and time simply gets away. in fact the song well embodies the quote "life is what happens when you were making other plans"
OMG! why did I come LOOKING for this song? ...I gotta go hug my son and call my father!
I wish I could still do either of those things. miss them both...
Edward Teach Yeah. this is a good song for father's day
Edward Teach this song reminded me when my dad got me mad so he's like do you want to play bo3 I'm like NO!! now I'm crying and I'm nine
Black Ops 3 sucks I don't blame you.
Edward Teach that is so sweet
As a son who's growing up this song means a lot to me. Im 21 years old, me and my dad are both long haul truck drivers. I've only been driving trucks for 3 years, he's been doing it for 40. But I cherish every time I roll into his yard after coming home from a long haul because he's always standing there where he was when I left, smiling ear to ear, just like I did when I was too young to drive a truck.
I'm lucky to still have my dad. Now I'm a dad. Time friggin flies guys .so make the best of it. Peace and Love
I’m not a guy but well said 😊
My dad's a trucker now so he's gone a lot and he used to be firefighter, so watching king of Staten island hit hard
I am a childless fifty-three year old man, and this song totally sucks!
@@ashleynature2778 I a childless man age fifty-three and this song really sucks!
@@Calle_family No wonder you are childless)
I have been blessed with a great dad. Even with 6 kids, he always found time for us and still does to this day. This song really makes me appreciate him more
Great song, good words. My son once told me that this song reminded him of us. I reminded him that when he was born I was there, when his mother abandoned him, I took him to raise him, taught him to play baseball, was his soccer coach for 5 years, never missed any of his baseball games, took him with me to Karate lessons for 5 years; even took him to work with me on many occasions, counseled him when I caught him with his friends breaking into a school and took him to see the principal the following day and made him confess and give items he took back. Made him stay in High School and took him and my 4 girls to Disneyland every summer, camping, had his own horse which I taught him to ride. Gave him a '55 Chevy P/U for a graduation present. When he was lazy, I gave him a choice, a job or the military. When he told me this song was written about me and him I was startled and asked him why and his response as an adult was I never took him to an Oakland Raider Game. Now he is almost 50 years old and has a 22 year old son that he has seen only a few times as his son was growing up. I told him he needed to look into his own heart and ask who the song was really about. I wonder what I missed.
Robert Avery if this is all accurate, then I'm completely on your side. It doesn't seem like you could've done much more.
Avery you are a great dad, I always see the best in mine... ik he is just one person so I always understand if he can't make some thing, even considering my mom despises him
Negative sticks more than positive, ask him..maybe he just wanted to talk more? maybe he loved you so much he couldn't get enough..we are never good enough for our kids, lol, we will always fall short of their expectations. I have two teens, and if I work too much they are upset, if I don't work enough it's all about the materials, if I'm tired, I'm lazy, if I'm angry, I'm mean, if I'm cuddling, I'm overcoddling, if I miss a call, I never care,...sometimes I just say, sorry, I'm human, but I try anyway. It's easy to blame Mom and Dad.
Robert Avery He took the life you gave him for granted. His life could've been way different if you would have been a crappy dad. Someday he'll realize it and will want to slap himself for not having seen it earlier or not wanting to see it earlier.
Robert Avery you are a true father, teach your son the same. dads are precious im more than willing to spend as much time as I can with mine.
It took having a son of my own to truly grasp the power of this song.
I have done all I can to not be the dad in the song. I understand some people do not have the choice, but I did and I have chose to make my son my life.
Ten years strong, no regrets.
I love you son.
You seem to understand this song better than some other folks. Simple message, be a father to your child.
ten years.......now make it 20
“A man who doesn’t spend time with his family, can never be a real man.”
- Vito Corleone (The Godfather)
This is just as much about sons as it is about dads.
This song hits me hard, though my dad is still alive, just so far away.....
Who cares what some murdering mob boss thinks.
RobertBaratheon305 It doesn’t matter who it’s said by, the guy is a fictional character, but what he says is anything but fictional.
@Gar96
True.
It’s so cringe when people quote fictional characters
This song pertains to me and my son nowadays.
I'm proud of the man he's become. One I hoped he could be.
Love you son, don't forget to bring the car back one day.
Ahh forget it keep it you can have it.
I'm blessed and honored to have you.
🙏❤️
A movie in 4 minutes
Beautiful song, Great lyrics, truly a masterpiece
I hope a movie was inspired by this song at least.
Amen to that
Damn str8 m8
+PumpkinBarPie Many people think the movie Click is similar to this song.
Lost my dad suddenly on New Years 2019. He used to sing this song all the time. He was my best friend and the best dad ever. This will always make me cry.
I'm so lucky I have been with my dad for 2 years now. We were seperated by toxic family politics but the Heavens reunited us! Just wonderful!!!
I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine losing my father, he's my best friend too! You have a Heavenly Father though who wants time with you :) Rely on Him in times when you miss your dad, which I'm sure, is daily. Praying for comfort and peace for you.
I couldn't imagine what I would do without my best friend either and yes I mean my dad.
Rip
This song hits so hard. My son died. Ran over by a drunk driver. I’ll never get to see him raised or grown
Sorry for your loss.
That is awful. I am so sorry to hear that. How old was he?
Definitely not Luna don’t ask those questions
Hey bro, you’re ok, I can’t say anything that would dull this pain. But just know I’m sure he was a good kid but just know I’m sorry that you had to go through this, no one deserves that. From one Nash to another, I’m sorry.
Drunk drivers are monsters in human skin, but you already knew that. Sorry for your loss.
This song has served me a huge dose of healing. My dad died when I was 10. Idk why but it seemed to help me release so much of my hurt. Its one of my favorites
Even zodiac signs they aren't real don't let the devil deceive you has anybody noticed they all have something to do with sin? No you are not easily angered Bc youre an Aries no you don't like the color black bc you're a Scorpio no youre not lazy bc you're a taurus literally sloth is a sin and black is the color of darkness and God is the light and the demons hate God so they love the dark and when I started following God he opened me and my sisters eyes to realize zodiac signs aren't real many go too astrology and tarot for their future or whats meant for them but never to God or the bible they want what's fun but sadly these are demonic things believe it or not :( me and my sister use to be so caught up in astrology and stuff like that but Not anymore so no you're not that way bc of zodiac signs it's your sins idc how accurate it seems don't be deceived ❤idk if you are gonna read this but i will tell you and everyone God is real 100% believe it or not and what good is it too gain the whole world and lose your own soul? The bible Aka Gods word never said Good people go to heaven and bad people go too hell Far from true! Nobody not no one can work their way into heaven you cant offer God nothing to get in its a free gift you receive it by faith! Repent from sin, sin desires evil things like LilnasX Meghan thee stallion cardi B im telling you and everyone Sin is very serious in the eyes of Our holy God Mrbeast idk if you will read this or not but think about how our world and the people werent like this 1000 years ago things have changed❤Guys the bible tells us more people go too hell than heaven if you live in sin and don't repent you won't be saved and god doesn't send people to hell if they go too hell they go of free choice! Hell was made for the devil and his angels you should watch billy garham give your life to Jesus we are in the last days and Jesus loves you and he shedded blood on that cross without the shedding of blood sin cannot be forgiven and sin is very serious in the eyes of god I was depressed to and sinned for fun I had suicidal thoughts I remember in my room one night I told god that of things don't change I'm gonna kms I was sorry weak and at sometimes so weak I felt like I was dying then I remember a really good day came a day I loved so much and wanted more of so on that same day I remember saying god, I'm just gonna trust you and when you try to do something right the devil attacks you so the next day was horrible I don't wanna say how it was it was just horrible! I stayed strong BC after so long of trying to go to anything else but god they all failed me so I held on to god as the reason let me skip to now and say I started off faithless now I'm so faithful in god I started off worried for my future now I know its something gods gonna handle I'm not feeling depressed anymore the whole year of 2022 was hard but with god I made it threw! Now I learned so much and love my relationship with god I know he loves and cares for me AND HE LOVES AND CARES FOR YOU TOO! I remember I was depressed and believed god didn't love me or care for me but that what the devil telling me lies and I had so many demons but now its 2023 I'm free!💗💕 give god your life today he can do things unimaginable👑😇 please don't waste time we are in the last days the bible never said just be a good person and be nice to people and you will go to heaven No you need to be willing to give up sin anything evil bad is sin even evil thoughts come to Jesus today you never know when its too late💕 and also hell is full of constant suffering and nightmare and you are forever alone Guys the bible tells us more people go too hell than heaven if you live in sin and don't repent you won't be saved and god doesn't send people to hell if they go too hell they go of free choice! Hell was made for the devil and his angels you should watch billy garham give your life to Jesus we are in the last days and Jesus loves you and he shedded blood on that cross without the shedding of blood sin cannot be forgiven and sin is very serious in the eyes of god I was depressed to and sinned for fun I had suicidal thoughts I remember in my room one night I told god that of things don't change I'm gonna kms I was sorry weak and at sometimes so weak I felt like I was dying then I remember a really good day came a day I loved so much and wanted more of so on that same day I remember saying god, I'm just gonna trust you and when you try to do something right the devil attacks you so the next day was horrible I don't wanna say how it was it was just horrible! I stayed strong BC after so long of trying to go to anything else but god they all failed me so I held on to god as the reason let me skip to now and say I started off faithless now I'm so faithful in god I started off worried for my future now I know its something gods gonna handle I'm not feeling depressed anymore the whole year of 2022 was hard but with god I made it threw! Now I learned so much and love my relationship with god I know he loves and cares for me AND HE LOVES AND CARES FOR YOU TOO! I remember I was depressed and believed god didn't love me or care for me but that what the devil telling me lies and I had so many demons but now its 2023 I'm free!💗💕 give god your life today he can do things unimaginable👑😇 please don't waste time we are in the last days the bible never said just be a good person and be nice to people and you will go to heaven No you need to be willing to give up sin anything evil bad is sin even evil thoughts come to Jesus today you never know when its too late💕❤❤❤ deadly sins are lust greed gluttony sloth envy and more but I forgot💙💙❤❤❤💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙❤❤❤❤❤❤
When I was young, I remember my dad driving me and my paternal grandpa out to lunch. This song came on on the radio. Nothing happened, it was just on and we were all silent. But years later, listening to it now, it’s like the anthem of my male family members.
Just listening to this just makes me want to spend more time with my dad. He's done so much for me, works his ass off to make sure he can get/do whatever he can for me. Sitting here now while typing this, I just think about all the times he's come into my room after a long day of work and just ask how my day was, and I answer with one word answers because I would be too busy watching tv/video games and so on. I just see that I have to get my priorities right. Especially because all he probably wants would for me to have dinner with him and watch tv with him just the small things he probably wants. I just want to and I will spend time with him. You never know when a loved one could be gone. Just like his father who died at the same age that my father is now.
I love you dad.
Same. My dads almost never home, (I'm a girl tho), and he said this reminds him of me. I cry almost every time I hear it.
Ya I agree
I hope you made more time to spend with your dad, he obviously loves you very much and just wants to hang with you. All the best to you both. ❤
@@Peoppellit’s crazy to come back to this 9 years later… thank you
It made me cry.
I raised my son by myself as a Single Father since he was one years old.
I spent every minute of every day with him till he was 18.
We were inseparable. We did everything together
He moved to Arizona and he is busy with his own life and and job and girlfriend.
I don't hear from him much and it breaks my heart.
I Wished to God that he grew up like me.......
Caring and concerned and loving.
I am 71 and he is 36.
I need him now more than ever. That I am alone.
I begged him and begged him to call and check on me.
He promises to do so.......... But he goes for weeks at a time without contacting me.
It beaks my heart.
Riyad Abu-Taha I'm sorry for you man I have a cousin who does the same thing every time.
Thats why i hate society and life. It throws so many of these so called "little things" at us, that it takes so much time away from us. Time we dont get to use on the big things....like family.....
Im sorry......
Horrible
Contact him and tell him how much you miss him.
Wish you both well Brother !
My grandfather showed this to me when I was well to young to understand. And then my grandmother showed it to me again, when I had a bit more of a brain. Only now, over a decade later do I really feel this song in the way they had intended, and to the full scope that was intended. Tears of sorrow for times missed, and happiness for those shared.
I've never met my father, this makes me tear up every time I hear it.
i have no. words. 4 u.... I think your simple comment moved me... even more than this song. I'm speechless. I wish you peace. and love.
Black guy detected
Nope. I'm white.
TheAarontheblackmage Nope, you are black, im 100% sure, magician.
Same here
My dad told me to listen to this because I didn’t go to the store with him
Shhhweewwww
Mood
WAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHA🤣😂🤣😂😂😂🤣😂
Savage
Chelsea Vetsch WTF are you dumb?????? He wanted her to listen to the song so she would realize how important family is, and that she should try to spend as much time as possible with him.... before he dies....
as a father.... how can this song not bring you to tears
As a son, how can this not bring you to tears... RIP Dad, I wish I hadn't been so busy....
bill wyatt i am in the same boat...wow
Love this song thanks for sharing
This song hit me hard. My dad was a truck driver i only saw him every 2-3 months for 2 days at a time. It really hurts because i became like him. It hurt so much hearing this song i may still be young but no matter how old or young you are. You should never miss the chance to spend time with your parents because you don't know how much time you have left with them. But otherwise this is a god song but other then that it hurts alot it got me in the feels.
Soaring Blaze same here :'(
If you have parents make the most of them if you can. Once you're an adult the years start flying by so quickly. I always thought that was nonsense but it's true. I'm 35 and I'm terrified that the next 15 years will go even faster than the last.
Don't waste time worrying about adult stuff while you're in your twenties because time will slip away and you will look really stupid in baggy skate jeans at my age..
same 😭😭😭
Adding to the comments of depressing plots to drama TV shows,
I got this song tattooed onto me for my dad & a lot of memories of my childhood.
I showed it to my dad and he cried out of happiness.
+Kinuoxx how much of the song was tattooed on you?
***** "We're gonna have a good time then," circling a campfire
Kinuoxx aw :D
+Kinuoxx that's lovely, man :)
He was crying because he raised an idiot who gets dumb tattoos (all tattoos are dumb but that's extra dumb.)
My dad was a veteran, a fire chief, a paramedic, and the best damn father I ever could have asked for. He taught me lessons from his childhood in inner city Philadelphia that I never could have learned where I am now. It has served me well. He gave me one thing that I have clung to for years now.
"Never let them steal your happy."
He died back in March at age 49. This song played on the radio right after the calling hours. Hundreds of people, good people, came to visit him one last time. Every ambulance that goes by, I imagine he's working on it.
He loved me with every breath he ever took since the day I was born. He was stubborn as all hell, but damn it I will always be a daddy's girl. Love you Papa, and I hope every bit is getting to you somewhere. Miss you.
Hope your doing well, you have such a sad and moving story. Thank you for sharing!
He sounds like a wonderful person.
Momento Mori.
I have always loved this song even though it brings tears to my eyes and chills to my arms.
It is really a reminder that we need to slow down and love on the ones we got while we have them.
I shed tears hearing this. When this song came out I was a little kid listening to it with my dad. I would often ask "dad why is this man singing about his son"? Dad said "he never had time to see his son always promising him the time will be well spent soon". My parents were always together tight knit small family. 40 years later im a single dad of three small girls. The ex wants more money. More than I can afford. As im trying to earn more the time lost with them is fading away. I tell my girls "I promise Ill see you soon keep strong and you know we'll have a good time then". Ironically I used the same words Harry did... " you know we'll have a good time then". Ironically I heard this song for the first time in 40 years since. Music is a powerful energy. My dad died 2 years ago. Im sure his energy sent me here to remind me to do everything I can to spend time like he did with me.
I remember listening to this song with my father when it came on the radio. Since I was a youngster back then, I didn't understand the meaning of the song. My father has passed away about 10 years ago, and now whenever I listen to this song I experience a sad yet happy feeling when I remember spending time with him.
TELL US YOUR LIFE STORY, WHY DONTCHA? JEEZ!
SS I promise you things will work out one day. Your children will understand that your previous relationship is straining you from seeing them once they are older. We do the best we can do every day.
crambone t hey fucker what's happening. :)
go girl
Guys, please cherish the times with your parents
One of the saddest songs ever.
Luckily, my father always found some time to play football with me
Morgan Hornsby i think the message is spend time with your kids. quality time spent with them as children = time they will spend with you in adulthood
lucky you mine always beat me
Mine weren't to cherish. I've learned lessons but they, unfortunately, were not nice people.
The reason it's sad, is because it's so damn true to all of us. Hurrying to get that done, then unfortunately for some of us, the next time we meet , it's a t a funeral or a memorial. PLEASE FOR GOD'S SAKE, TAKE THE TIME!
My mom always sings it and she doesn't remember all the lyrics, but she's never had a friendly dad and I'm sure she must've listened to this a lot when she was young.
Now I turned 72 and I regret by the day all those days when my kids missed me. But found a way to fill those missing moments thanks to Einstein. Realizing “time dilates”, I still have enough time to enjoy my family and decide to move closer to them!
It’s been 2 years and 7 months since my dad passed away and I can listen to this song without busting into tears. I miss you PoP and I’m glad I got 43 years with you and I’m glad you got to see my son become a man.
Honestly I’m lucky I got a dad that cares
Facts
You’re lucky you got a dad at all 😞
Fuck you then
I envy you....... My dad didn't really give a damn.
Well lucky you huh
I cant watch this without crying. Shoutout to my amazing dad.
Tiramisuuu you lucky bastard
this song ages like fine wine!!
I was barely a teen ager when this cam out and I loved it as a song. One night at youth group in 1978 we played it for two hours straight.
It wasn't until I was nineteen in 1981, serving in the Royal Australian Navy, that an older work college said that this song woke him up to where he was with his own children as it played on the radio. That made me then listen in depth to the lyrics and they sunk deep and I carried that with me with my children.
Hit in the feels HARD I have a great relationship with my dad but this is really sad damn...
Zid your lucky my abused me and I connect with this when he used to drink
Zid Enjoy your time with him! Cause when he's gone the song hurts to listen to! Hurts everyday!
+Jleone leone that breaks my heart. I don't see how anybody could hurt kids
THESE ARE MANLY TEARS!!!!
Zid same made me cry a little
I lost my Dad last week and hearing this is making me tear up right now.
bpo1975 I wish we could swap places so you would have a dad I’d make that sacrifice for someone like you
I didn't know my dad at all.
My Condolences. I miss my parents too.
I'm sorry.
Stay together buddy
My dad would always play this song when I was a toddler, and it was my favorite song and once he asked me that if I understand what the song said, and I had yes because I did understand then he asked me if He deserved to be called my father and I had said "Yes, because I know you will never leave me and will always be their for me!" That was when I was a 5 year old.
About a year ago I had a huge fight with him, and for two months I didnt talk to him, until I told him sorry he looked like he was crying, he huged me and said "im sorry". Ever since that day I knew that even if we did have that fight I knew I could still count on my dad.
Love ya dad ❤
Ssssssstķaą
Right
Two months thats long af
MaskPaint agreed
I have a similar story. This song is pretty much how my entire relationship with my father has always been up until relatively recently. He wasn't around much when my sister and I were kids, and when he was there, he still wasn't in a lot of ways. We got into a huge fight a couple years ago which lead to me not talking to him for two weeks until he finally apologized. We've been strengthening our relationship as of late and make it a point to see each other once a week. This song scares the shit out of me, I've promised myself I will never make the same mistakes he did and that I will always be caring and attentive.
Had this song in my head last night. The line “As I hung up the phone it occurred to me, he grew up just like me” almost brought me to tears
My dad was never the nicest guy. He always yelled and made me be shy in front of him. Last June I came out to him as not being religious and he disowned me. I haven't seen or heard from him since. At first it was shocking, then I came to be sort of okay with it. I never liked him SO much, but I still loved him because he was my dad y'know? Anyways, nowadays, I keep having dreams were he constantly shows up and it worry's me.... I don't know what they mean. I don't know that I want to ever see him again after all the shit he put me through last year, but this song makes me feel something. Sorry for the long post, I just had to get this off my chest.
You sound like a good guy I have never been religious myself but I wish you the best luck with your dad
You should call your dad, you never know when the last time you'll talk to him is.
your dad did the right thing
Lord Touretts can't tell if you're a troll...
That's what my dad is like. It probably sounds dumb, but sometimes I tear up a little whenever I see dads playing or joking or just hanging out with their kids, I never had that kind of connection with mine.
My dad always had time for me, its too bad he got cancer and died when I was 18. I love him so much and miss him more than anyone can imagine. I'm just so fortunate and grateful I had him when I did, and he was there for me. RIP Dad.
I can't imagine the pain you went through... My parents are both 42, and I can't even imagine what life would be without them. My dad is my hero, and I have much respect for you
+ACEPabloJames at least you made your time with him worth it. condolences man
+ACEPabloJames Im sorry for your loss
+ACEPabloJames Sorry to here of your loss, he lives on in all the happy memories that you hold close in your heart of him and you.
Thank you to everyone for all of your kind words.
This song is a kick in the ass. It was written to be so. I’ve literally played this for my son at 10 or so (he’s 20 now) just so we can laugh and NOT DO THIS. Seriously thank you Harry Chapin. Thank you.
@@anitavespia-corenflos5161 literally gave my son a 'corona' in the house from dad haircut today and talked about girls (dating in your 20's) to him TODAY. Feeling very fatherly. Your comment is well timed. God bless you.
Never realized that the chorus changes half way through the song when his son comes home from College. The chorus is normally "When you comin' home Dad? I Don't know when" and after College it changes to "When you comin' home Son? I don't know when" That's brilliant, love this song even more now.
Yeah, i peeped that too. True genius!
@@worldclasstraveler3530 it's a well crafted song. I love it.
Yes I noticed that some time ago. The tables turned.
WOW I never realized this either! Amazing. Thanks
I literally lived this whole song!!!
Thats something not to be proud of.
Same.
That's kinda sad, sorry
I’m living it 🙁
@@penus5020 ha
I hope the lockdowns brought a lot of dads and children together and helped them to realize what really is important.
I strongly agree! By the time the kid in that song turns twenty years old (He came from college just the other day), that is a huge red flag! The dad failed to raise his kid from birth to age nineteen and a half! The dad gets a D- (D-minus) at best!
I live in Canada and go to school here and my dad lives in the states (I’m a dual citizen) I usually only see him every other weekend, but we make every moment count. When the borders reopened, I got to go every few months for weeks at a time. Once, COVID got really bad in my mom’s area but it was fine where my dad was. I was already at my dads so I ended up staying there for five months doing school online. Now that things are calming down I am seeing him every month-ish. It was hard at first not seeing my dad for months on end, but if it wasn’t for the pandemic I wouldn’t have had this much quality time with my dad last year.
Idk, family gets boring after 2 consecutive years together, or maybe that's just me! 🤷🏻♂️
My dad passed in 1999. There's not a day he's not a part of me.. I loved him. Everytime I hear this song I remember of him going to bars and drinking instead of being with me. I'm 56 now . Grew up a man. Did things better than my dad did. But the point is, I grew up. I found my own way.. I was born in Detroit. I learned to be tough but nice..in some ways when my dad was gone he was making me a better person . I learned to survive, and that's not easy being white while all my friends were black . I wouldn't trade my childhood years with anyone. Because I'm a better man because of it. Ty dad.. rip.
I hope ur doing good, because nearly brought a tear to my eye
i'm happy for you, because you got a future. use it well my guy
Rip to your dad
Sorry ... I'm here from The Office 😀
We are brothers. Stay strong.
My dad played this song a lot when I was a kid. He lost his father early on in life and had a string of bad step dads. He tried to be a good father but affection alluded him and we had a bad falling out when I became an adult. I have 3 kids of my own now and I give them every waking moment I can; plus my nephew who is a son to me. His dad left him when he was an infant. My kids deserve the best father I can be for them and I’ll always be that for them. All 4 of them.
Bless you and your 4 kids!
You have nothing to make up for but if your dad is still alive can y'all reconcile? My dad was an abuser hot mess ( and I'm a girl but I took care of him at the end ). He also had religious saving at the end. I will see him again but I was glad that I put aside my pride and treated him better than he treated me. It might be worth a try?
Maybe you can see your dad and be there for him as well as your kids. The kids will see how you honor your dad and will most likely honor you in your golden years.
This song reminds men of when I was little because my dad would always want to hang out with me and I would turn him down know he passed a year ago so know I pray that when I pass I get to hang out with my father in heaven so kids respect your parents because one day they might not be there and this song made me cry and 32 because of my dad
Monkey joe 21 make sure you're going to heaven! For sure! God loves you. "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shalt be saved". "Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out." - put your faith in Christ who died for you so you could live, believe his sacrifice saves you and that he raised from the dead and by dying that means your sins are forgiven and you will go to heaven!
I loved my Dad but felt so bad when he died because I never apologized to him for the one time I told him I would whip his A__! Thank God that happened many many years before he passed but I still should have apologized. That and not sitting down and talking with him at length about his youth and things he did in the service, etc., etc., was a truly missed opportunity to really get to know him. Deep regrets I do have.
My dad moved across the country when I was two after my parents split.
When I turned six, I got to fly out there and spend three weeks for him, months later, he passed away.
Time goes by so fast, you don't see it.
That is very sad, two years is such a vulnerable age ...
So sorry for ur loss,
My son's dad passed away when he was barely 3 yrs old, I can feel for u
taylor may I'm sorry for you man.
My dads in the US Armed Forces and is always getting deployed this song reminds me of him
I remember waiting for dad to come home everyday from work, so I could tell him about everything I did and to ask him for help on things I never knew, He always tries to be the best dad he can be, even if he’s awkward, gets us lost, he was always genuine, loving, and would give anything for me, I love you dad, I hope you know that
my dad wasn’t PHYSICALLY absent but he was always emotionally absent. “nobody cares” “don’t give me excuses” “use your brain” “work comes first” kind of mentality.
It’s helped me get through school for the most part, but I’m emotionally and socially stunted and starting to burn out from depression and overworking.
And he’s the same way. I live every day hoping I’m at least more empathetic and understanding of people.
Diehard metalhead, but this song hits me every time. Lost my dad when I was 26, and before that, I was in the military since high school. This song hits hard, especially since I lost both parents.
This song explains everything about what it means to be a Father or Dad. So many times we push the greatest moments aside in favor of what we perceive to be as " important". We can always make more money, more friends...We can never make more Time! Every day...every hour... every minute...passes by us, never to return again. Think carefully how you wish to every second. I wish everlasting love & peace for you all...
You could add that's this is a song about life itself. How often we pretend to be busy and in hurry? Don't have time to sit down with family and friends? Only when if's often to late we regent. Then a lot of people realize what really matters in life.
Every time I hear this song I remember my brother and his relationship with our father. My dad used to travel as a business man. He went all over the world and worked long days at his job. Gone before we woke up and home after we had gone to bed. He was often absent and only made time when it was convenient; but never on purpose. I never really understood the importance of a father-son relationship until later in life when my brother turned away from the world. I admit I felt the loss of my father never taking an interest, but for my brother it had devastating effects on his life. He needed his dad. And now my brother is gone. Almost two years now since the anniversary of his death. My father lost out. Perhaps one day they will get together and have a good time then in that great beyond.
+Karen Lm . Good for you, Karen, you got the real meaning of this thoughtful song. And you have shown tremendous Grace in acceptance of the tragic circumstances.
***** After my brother died I found myself wondering the last time we spoke and what words did we say. Whether you haven't spoken in a year or one day, I found the memory barely fills the void. The grief is just as bitter-sweet. So don't grill yourself to call for the sake of it. But if you have unfinished business you should follow your conscience and give your dad a call. Best to you in your move.
+Karen Lm Sorry for your loss. Your brother is waiting to have a Good Time!
Rachel Barr thank you for your kind words
I'm sure he has the best Father there is to have now in God and the best of Brothers in Jesus and an Angel named Karen as a Sister...
Growing up my dad was a doctor and was away a lot, but we still had a relationship and have memories together.
I had a higher up at a job once encourage me and others to work to the point we miss our families. I played this song and ended up finding a job with another company that encouraged a work/life balance
2018 listening.. I miss my dad. We was too busy getting high shooting drugs together to really appreciate each other. I'm getting clean for both of us now. Only 6weeks in but I'm gonna enjoy life he didn't get to
Good for you bro
go hard brother... get off the shit and stay clean....
Good luck
there you go. stay strong brother.
John Harvey lol
My dad died when I was 6 or 7 So the lyric “when you coming home dad” “I don’t know when but we’ll get together then” puts me in tears
im sorry about your loss
btw im a boy
well im 20
@@keithburnett4168 you're A MAN, bro.
Sorry for your loss, I know how it feels to lose a family member, my oldest brother. Gonna be too hard to handle the day it happens to my parents. But just remember, this life isn't the only life.
28 years in Direct Sales
When people are home is when I worked
Unfortunately I always worked when my kids were home.
This Song I listen to all the time. Very Special song
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So True n real for me
I have a 18 year son went of to College
N 14 year old daughter
Lost tons of time with my 2 kids
I would do it different if had a choice.
#helpothersyouwin
Playing all cat songs today for my cat's 22nd birthday. Thanks. Great upload.
Hopefully he/she lives another 22 years
I hope my cat would reach 22, too
My daughter is 4. I've held her every single day of her life, and I've never once been away from her overnight. She loves me like no other, and that love is my greatest joy in the world. If my dad and stepdad weren't the way they were -- fairly nonexistent -- perhaps I wouldn't be the daddy I am today, the daddy I never had.
good luck in life mate, i wish u luck
God bless you
Yea, it'll come back to you man. The more love and support she feels from you while she's young, the more likely it is that she will be there for you when you are elderly & can't take care of yourself very well 😊
u broke the cycle congratulations!
+shaolintiger88 k
The more you learn about the lyrics the more it gets depressing.
yea i know
my dad went to prison forever
@@e14ee lol
@@nazmmetin1862 not cool man
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My dad used to play this song all the time in the car am 21 now haven't spoken to him in 2 years hes been out of my life for the past 10 years tried to call him today (christmas eve) no answer have alot of resentment for what hes done to me and my mom in the past but would love to leave that behind for now and just talk to my dad and have a real conversation with him. Every once in a while i listen to this song and rember what i can from many years ago shed a tear over it every few months wish he just accepted me and we could both get on.
GPSedits aww that is so sad!
It hits home. I was always "busy " and seldom made the time, vicariously learning about my children through my wife for which I'm grateful.
actually a very sad song, a father who never has time for his son and later turns the tables and has no time for his old father
I lost my dad back in July 88 I still miss him not very often you have your daddy could best friend the disease alcohol got him brings tears to my eyes when I hear this song I really miss you Dad
I'm just glad my son didn't grow up to be like me.......I'm very proud of him....love ya kid.....
Be sure you tell him that
Thanks dad
Being glad he turned out better makes you a great dad, remember that!
@@edwardflick2248 Every dad is a great dad :)
Just search the poem by this one miserable bastard, its called 'this be the verse'
If you don’t cry by the end of this song you have no heart and soul. I see my dad once a week and once a month or so we have a father/son day to have fun. Cherish your kids and dad. You never know when one day will be your last time to hangout.
The term dad is not given, it is earned
Thanks Obama
Did skipper and kawaski help you
Beast Master I am black not a liberal
Beast Master I agree #makeamericagreatagain
You are 100% right @BarackObama
No amount of money ever bought a second of time
profound!
Rip
Tell that to Magic Johnson!
Wow....I really love that!
Every midevil Kingdom & Empire says otherwise.
Fuck, they spent most of the budget on building buildings designed to buy time.
Their called castles.
I was driving down the motorway on GTA V and this song came on and I had to stop the car and listen to the lyrics because it hit hard af xD
John Attwater Sheen same then i downloaded it
John Attwater Sheen same here lol
What station
Lol
John Attwater Sheen same here ...XD
I sang this for a concert when I was really young. Love you dad. Rest in peace. He passed when I was 13.
Dang it’s not good when anyone you really care about dies but it’s hits harder when your just a kid