I was in high school in 1981 when this song was released. I'd been struggling and found myself on a bus with our high school band setting next to a buddy who would eventually become one of my closest friends. I had the new Petra cassette in my Walkman and he wanted to listen too. When this song came up, he told me how he had walked in on his sister (whom I also knew) after she had opened up her wrists in the bath tub and he basically saved her life. A few years later, we were both in college and he became the 1st person I ever told what was going on in my head. The only reason I told him was because I knew he would understand and the reason I knew that was because of this song. That made all the difference, just finally telling someone what I was feeling.
Dedicated to Kimberly, a young lady who died and was an organ donor. She gave a liver transplant so I'm still alive,. Her parents said she'd returned to the Lord shortly before an auto accident. That's love!
I used to be near Annie’s footsteps. It was tempting to do anything to harm myself, even shoving my hand into a boiling pot while I was cooking some dinner, and sometimes as extreme to where I wanted to bite my tongue.. I pushed forward, bottling every bit of pain I had.. one time accidentally cut my wrist slightly with my nail after a bad day at school. My parents were very shocked when they found out.. they found out when I nervously picked the screen protectors on their phones. I never knew what it would feel for them to see me depressed.. the effort they put in to help, how they let me talk to my pastors.. I’m so glad it’s over and I’m happy again. I have the worlds most loving boyfriend and the worlds most loving family, same goes for my pastors. The song helped me through those tough times.. I absolutely love Petra, and I recently showed this song to my boyfriend. “It gave me the chills to listen to it, but it’s a really good song.. and I’m very glad you didn’t go through with your negative thoughts. I love you”
wow the memories! I thank god that even though I grew up in church and then loosing my mum so young and wanting to end my life!!! and the voices telling to do it then I would see her! satin your a liar and my mums prayers covered me even after she was gone!!! Petra your a band aid to my scar Thank you Jesus for Petra! and for not leaving! sorry and I love you lord!
This song just makes me bawl cause I flash back to when I was Annie. GOD stopped me though when I was so close taking my own life. It brings it all back. But its a great song to put it into words
I remember when I first heard this. Was around 13 and someone in my school committed suicide, I didn't know the boy but it hit home. Was confusing at that age and this song helped me cope. Now I can't listen to it without tearing up, just way to many Annie's out there, breaks my heart.
This song made me cry even before my PTSD suffering Vietnam vet who could kill almost anybody with his bare hands committed suicide shortly after I turned twenty. It was music like this that kept me going in my childhood.
Ive seen Petra with Voltz and Schlitt and to tell you the truth it was awesome no matter who fronted the band. And that means God can and will use whoever he wants.
Dedicated to my friend Leigh Anne that decided her life wasn’t worth it and on May 25th 2003 she decided to pull out a gun after pills didn’t do the trick and kill herself leaving marks on us all. 18 years later still struggle w her 💀 death.
Please reach out to someone in your life and just tell them. You are so incredibly important and valuable to God, and to all the people who your life has and will touch one day. Jesus has put so much in you and the devil wants to destroy it. Don't let him succeed. Give all of yourself to Jesus and surround yourself with people who will help you. Jesus loves you so much and has so much for you!
Tianna, I hope this season you were in has come to a end, but if not, I just want you to know that even in the deepest darkest state God found you so valuable that He gave Jesus as a substitute for your imperfection in order to give you the chance to be with Him forever. And one day when you get through your struggles you will look back on the valleys and see Jesus was with you every step of the way,. Trust in Him! Isaiah 41:10: So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
@simonen2808 no its not about weed and suicide is no joke i just hope you dont have a family member or friend try it cause it will definitely change your whole aspect on life
Of all people,my friend of 45 yrs. Became a pastor for 22 yrs. & put aside pastoring then a couple yrs later attempted suicide. I couldn't understand why. He's alive & well but what drove him. 💞
so many people busy with games and texting to clicky friends ,if someone was really having problems ,no sympathy in the world today, it would say they have a disease,if they ask for help
Here's a song that hasn't aged well. Poor Annie, if only there was a omnipotent, omniscient spiritual father who loved her... Oh wait! Curious he didn't raise a fucking finger to save her. It's ALMOST as if he didn't exist?
I kinda understand what you're getting at there Alan, and personally I think the theology in the song really kinda sucks if the composer really believed it was "too late for Annie". I believe it's not "too late" for anybody who has people that still love them, even when and if they commit suicide I think divine love has the final word there....but then again what do I really know
Her real name wasn't Annie I'm sure, but come to think of it this song is interesting in more ways than one. It was released at a time when the musical Annie was a bit more popular than it is now🤔
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I was in high school in 1981 when this song was released. I'd been struggling and found myself on a bus with our high school band setting next to a buddy who would eventually become one of my closest friends. I had the new Petra cassette in my Walkman and he wanted to listen too. When this song came up, he told me how he had walked in on his sister (whom I also knew) after she had opened up her wrists in the bath tub and he basically saved her life. A few years later, we were both in college and he became the 1st person I ever told what was going on in my head. The only reason I told him was because I knew he would understand and the reason I knew that was because of this song. That made all the difference, just finally telling someone what I was feeling.
One of the most powerful songs Petra has ever recorded
Oh God, let us reach out to all of the Annie's in the world. There are so many
If only there were more people like you
Dedicated to Kimberly, a young lady who died and was an organ donor. She gave a liver transplant so I'm still alive,. Her parents said she'd returned to the Lord shortly before an auto accident. That's love!
This song really hit home for me, back in the 80's. Being a pre/teen in the 80's was rough for me. I even got my daughters loving this song.
I used to be near Annie’s footsteps. It was tempting to do anything to harm myself, even shoving my hand into a boiling pot while I was cooking some dinner, and sometimes as extreme to where I wanted to bite my tongue.. I pushed forward, bottling every bit of pain I had.. one time accidentally cut my wrist slightly with my nail after a bad day at school. My parents were very shocked when they found out.. they found out when I nervously picked the screen protectors on their phones. I never knew what it would feel for them to see me depressed.. the effort they put in to help, how they let me talk to my pastors.. I’m so glad it’s over and I’m happy again. I have the worlds most loving boyfriend and the worlds most loving family, same goes for my pastors. The song helped me through those tough times.. I absolutely love Petra, and I recently showed this song to my boyfriend.
“It gave me the chills to listen to it, but it’s a really good song.. and I’m very glad you didn’t go through with your negative thoughts. I love you”
wow the memories! I thank god that even though I grew up in church and then loosing my mum so young and wanting to end my life!!! and the voices telling to do it then I would see her! satin your a liar and my mums prayers covered me even after she was gone!!! Petra your a band aid to my scar Thank you Jesus for Petra! and for not leaving! sorry and I love you lord!
What a sad song !!!!!!! The last part is the best....it's a masterpiece !
Gossips my friend...people are imperfect anyway... the truth is Petra was a blessing and their songs will keep on touching many lives.
This song just makes me bawl cause I flash back to when I was Annie. GOD stopped me though when I was so close taking my own life. It brings it all back. But its a great song to put it into words
HE GIVES US EVERYTHING..SO LET'S REACH OUT TO ALL IN NEED THAT HE DIRECTS US TO...IN FAITH AND BOLDNESS. AMEN.
Love it!, I thought "God Gave Rock and Roll to you" was their best song, this one is much better!
Saw them live for the first time live in San Diego in 84 This song has been special ever since then
I remember when I first heard this. Was around 13 and someone in my school committed suicide, I didn't know the boy but it hit home. Was confusing at that age and this song helped me cope. Now I can't listen to it without tearing up, just way to many Annie's out there, breaks my heart.
my dad used to play petra alot. this one hurts. reminds me of someone i shouldve been there for. he's gone.
Please never let the past blind you to now and the future.
This song made me cry even before my PTSD suffering Vietnam vet who could kill almost anybody with his bare hands committed suicide shortly after I turned twenty. It was music like this that kept me going in my childhood.
Petra one of the best christian rock bands ever.
Up there with Carman, White Heart, and DC Talk. I could name many more, but in my opinion Petra is on top.
Ive seen Petra with Voltz and Schlitt and to tell you the truth it was awesome no matter who fronted the band. And that means God can and will use whoever he wants.
This is a GREAT song
Sure Iz . ✝️🛐💞🎶
Classic !! Brazil Loves Petra !!
Remember our veterans. God bless them all.
On the train right now fighting not to tear up.
And I've known this song for too many years.
Real music!
Love 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡
From Norway 🇳🇴🇳🇴🇳🇴🇳🇴
Thank you so much for posting this.Years ago our church did a drama while i sang this and i have been searching for this ever since.x
Love this song as always!
Are you still listening to it 14 year's after this post? I'm pretty sure you are....
@@Michael9-23-15 you bet
Está canción vino a mí vida cuando tenía 8 años de edad, está canción es muy triste.
For all the Annie's gone...let there be no more.
que bella canción, su musica!!!! y el grupo genial!!!
This is such a beautiful song and I know my dad loves this song!
Dedicated to my friend Leigh Anne that decided her life wasn’t worth it and on May 25th 2003 she decided to pull out a gun after pills didn’t do the trick and kill herself leaving marks on us all. 18 years later still struggle w her 💀 death.
It’s just a reminder that every soul is a soul that Christ died for and His Love is for the Whole World to be Saved
I love this sad song
this song was released in 1981
wow...
I remember seeing Petra in Colorado springs in 85. Those were the days....
This song is soooo sad. Much like the Newsboys' "Elle G."
so I'm not the only one that listens to news boys
Such a sad song
asa parent who has lost a child I can relate
@simonen2808 This song is a challenge to christians to tell the unsaved souls about Jesus
Sad song, imagine if this song has cover version of Meatloaf singing like the song Object in the Rear View Mirror May Appear Closer Than They are
It’s not too late for Annie ... or anyone else either
Very sad song
I live Annie's life everyday day.
Tianna - please - it is never too late -
Please reach out to someone in your life and just tell them. You are so incredibly important and valuable to God, and to all the people who your life has and will touch one day. Jesus has put so much in you and the devil wants to destroy it. Don't let him succeed. Give all of yourself to Jesus and surround yourself with people who will help you. Jesus loves you so much and has so much for you!
Tianna, I hope this season you were in has come to a end, but if not, I just want you to know that even in the deepest darkest state God found you so valuable that He gave Jesus as a substitute for your imperfection in order to give you the chance to be with Him forever. And one day when you get through your struggles you will look back on the valleys and see Jesus was with you every step of the way,. Trust in Him! Isaiah 41:10: So do not fear, for I am with you;
do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
I have known to many Annies. The only answer is the cross.
Yes it does
My daughter,s friend named Annie died 4/23/21 from a overdose. 😩😩😩😩😩
@simonen2808 no its not about weed and suicide is no joke i just hope you dont have a family member or friend try it cause it will definitely change your whole aspect on life
Of all people,my friend of 45 yrs. Became a pastor for 22 yrs. & put aside pastoring then a couple yrs later attempted suicide. I couldn't understand why. He's alive & well but what drove him. 💞
Very Sad Song
😢😪🙇why me god !!
hmm. I wonder what it profits us to know this.
so many people busy with games and texting to clicky friends ,if someone was really having problems ,no sympathy in the world today, it would say they have a disease,if they ask for help
Wyclef bought me here
Wyclef, how do you like it so far??
How do you know this?
özledim
I wrote it
petre burda mısın
Anne heish
Here's a song that hasn't aged well. Poor Annie, if only there was a omnipotent, omniscient spiritual father who loved her... Oh wait! Curious he didn't raise a fucking finger to save her. It's ALMOST as if he didn't exist?
I kinda understand what you're getting at there Alan, and personally I think the theology in the song really kinda sucks if the composer really believed it was "too late for Annie". I believe it's not "too late" for anybody who has people that still love them, even when and if they commit suicide I think divine love has the final word there....but then again what do I really know
Her real name wasn't Annie I'm sure, but come to think of it this song is interesting in more ways than one. It was released at a time when the musical Annie was a bit more popular than it is now🤔
What's Following The Grave by Bloodgood(RUclips)
Sounds like a bunch of unfounded rumors to me.