I am Japanese. I bought this album at a record shop when it was released in Japan. It's been 30 years since then. I still love this album. This song is the first song on the album. That day, I admired him for writing such beautiful songs, and even now, that feeling hasn't changed at all.
Thank you. This song reminds me of my home in VA and growing up there. The black crows and quiet country roads, my friends, and the girl who lived over the hill who went to my school. I think of her when I hear this song.
I was in Japan this year. For some reason I decided to listen to this record while riding the train and looking out the window, watching the countryside roll by. It was such a unique and soul-searching combination of feelings.
My 28 year old daughter just passed away after a 15 month long battle with brain cancer. I always think of her when I hear this beautiful song💕 I hope you are running through the wildflowers, my sweet Megan 💔
She is right there in that field mama! If you think of her with this song- she is telling you. Keep your eyes, ears and heart open…she hasn’t left your side. Not for one minute. ❤🙏🕊
We never stop loving them. ❤️🩹 When the time is right, mine have always sent their successors. Twice now they have overachieved and sent two for the price of one, like heaven was having a sale. ❤❤
This song. I had just left an abusive marriage in May of 1995. My sweet friends took me along to their annual Memorial Day weekend camp out. Well, I swam naked in the pond and reveled in the sweat lodge afterward. I met a dear man who wanted to share my tent. Alas, he did not. That weekend, I was among the Wildflowers and will always remember this song as an anthem of my release to freedom.
Rip sorry to hear that. Sorry for your loss i am 21 and turning 22 in 3 days I believe in a God of my own understanding as they say in aa and hope that when I die of old age I will see my grandmother who died this year my dog Rudy and other loved ones I don't hope I feel it in my heart. I have been through many hard ships and I'm sure so have you I am not trying to shove this God stuff down anyone's throat especially your I have blamed God for what has happened to me and my family and through my journey of recovery I have worked on my relationship with him. I hope what I said helps you feel less alone.
This song came on the radio when I was driving today. It’s a song I have always liked. I really felt it today and I think maybe I was meant to hear it. I have been feeling so low. I’m gonna be 45 day after tomorrow. I have had estranged relationships with my parents and haven’t had much family life over the years even though I am very close with my own children who are now entering teen years. My husband cheated on me about 7 months ago. He’s still here but it has changed me forever. I don’t always feel my friends are genuine. I don’t feel many people care about me. I don’t have a career. We moved 5 times and I have always been home with the kids. I was feeling like I don’t have much to be proud of, no career path, not many truly meaningful relationships. I have been covered in sadness and felt in pain. This song came on and I felt the lyrics in my soul like I am a wildflower. I’m not meant to be in a manicured flower bed with big family gatherings, a career, a problem free marriage. I grow in the woods and spread and blow in the wind with the challenges that have come to me. And I do the best I can and for that I can be proud ❤️
I recently learned in a Tom Petty documentary that this song was written during a period of deep personal reflection. He played this song straight through the first time and never found any reason to edit. I think it was his most honest, purest song from the heart.
My mom died in June after a yearlong battle with ovarian cancer. She was ready to go and wanted me to let her go and I just could not. I had been on a "Wildflowers" ( the whole album) kick pretty much since right after her diagnosis. But after she told me to let her go, it was like I was hearing this song for the first time. I was able to let her go because of this song. She is among the wildflowers, now, and this song is helping me to heal and still feel her presence. Thank you, Tom. God bless.🌼🌿🌻🌾🍃🌼🌿
Awww im so sorry for your loss. I lost my dad to a car accident 33years ago & it still hurts but it will get better i promise my friend. God bless you!
It’s been almost six years for me and this song still reminds me of my mom every time. I used to think the lyrics were like a message from me to her, but recently I realized it’s the other way around. Continue to let this song comfort you!
When I had to drive home from the hospital that my wife passed away at, this was the first song I heard on the radio. I was in shock and honestly dont know how I made it home but the song helped me and it has since then, meant allot to me. I feel sad and think about my wife and yet find comfort and meaning in Tom's wonderful lyrics. Reading many of the comments here I realize how much good his song has done and it has carried many hearts. Thanks Tom.
Played this beautiful song at my wedding for my deceased father, who died of brain cancer, instead of a father-daughter dance. We played a slideshow of pictures of my dad alongside the song. He loved to fish so this song was perfect. Every once in a while I'll hear it on the radio and it always makes me tear up!
My daughter got married in October and she surprised me with this song for our father - daughter dance ! I cried , and I will never forget it ! It was perfect !!!
I chose this too for the Father/Daughter dance for my Daughter's Wedding. She told me she read the lyrics the next morning and was bawling. Still can't listen to it without tearing up.
Hope I don't demean the profound feelings you expressed but I think of this song when I think of my own mom, my favorite dog, my best friend's dog; it's the one song you can cry and laugh and just feel right. And my mum had a brain tumour which in the end was much like dementia. She was always there underneath. Wonderful brave comment thank you.
I'm so very sorry for your loss , I hope you have or find peace. This is a beautiful song. I played this song after my wife of many years passed away almost 3years ago .I told her it was for her. I believe she heard me. Take care my friend. ♥️🌹🙏♥️
He's gone with the Lord now son he ain't suffering from addiction or nothing now Tom Petty's one of the greatest of all time GOD BLESS HIS SOUL and his music 🎵
My mom passed at 92 yrs old. She was naturally blessed with musical talent. I would sing this song to her during the week of her passing. Her one eye brow would raise when I would sing it to her. Special song that really fit that time. Miss you Mom. Glad your are somewhere you feel free. 😊
This song was the opposite of my upbringing. I am now going to follow my heart and feel free. Tom had so much compassion and love. R.I.P dear one. You are missed.
My mom passed away 3 days ago on Tom Pettys birthday (also my wedding anniversary) and this was her favorite Tom Petty song. She didn't want to miss his birthday party, she was such a huge fan of his. I played it for her 5 times on the day she died. I'm heartbroken, but she is among the wildflowers. ❤
@@DrGingerHamster listen did you know that a polar bears skin is black and their fur is actually clear, it only appears white because the sun reflects off of it. now you do.
This has always been one of my favorites and holds a special place in my heart. Two days ago I had to say goodbye to my sweet dog, Penny, who was with me for 13 years. When I left the vet without her this song came on as soon as I started my car. I like to think she made that happen. 💔💔💔
I have always loved Tom.. I loved all his music all of my life... My dear mom passed away 2 weeks ago.. sadly Tom never made 89 like Sally my beautiful mom. This song will be played at her funeral. .. they were both free spirits... God bless them both. Xxxx
My Son lost His Beloved Wife of 49 years old. My Nephew, Pastor Todd Zielinski played his Guitar and Sang this Song at her Funeral. Such Beautiful Words❤ Love & Miss you Sweet April😢
I work at margaritaville on universal citywalk, and we play a Jimmy Buffett live cover of wildflowers all the time. Crazy to think they’re both gone 😢 RIP Tom and Jimmy. ❤
Today, in beautiful autumn sun. My mom was put to final rest next to my father who passed away in 2006. Toms lyrics helped us say goodbye. Now they are together again. Among the Wildflowers.
For years all I heard from Tom Petty was the stuff on the radio (last dance with Mary Jane, You don’t know how it feels, Free falling etc.) Decent songs and all but this is an absolute masterpiece.
I was singing at a vineyard once when a couple who just married asked us to play this for them. So we did! One of those memories I will cherish forever ❤
As an empath, this song, this light has shined bright at a time that I'm at a crossroads in my life. This is confirmation that I belong amongst the wild flowers 💐. Message received, thank you.
@@lyndaclancy7643 God opens your soul, your spirit, if you've read JOB in the bible, it's basically similar. God allows evil to test your faith in him, you must learn to Walk through the dark times of your life, from childhood, forgive and heal your inner self. you learn to read energy as well as people's motives. That's just a taste of being an empath.
I've been listening to and hearing Tom Petty for my pretty much my whole life. How did I ever miss this gem for this long?...Never heard 1 time thru late 80's or 90's or the last 22 1/2 yrs. Don't get at all....either way, it's a gem to find after he passed, when I thought I pretty well had him understood n covered......To me it's his best work n hope he's pickn and singn it "In that home bye n bye".
Giving my daughter away at her wedding. Mom and Dad were first 2 words. Tom Petty was words 3 and 4. This is her favorite album. I picked this song and she loved the choice..Thank you for all you gave us Tom.
@@michaelschnur1823 : YES!!! Thank you so much for commenting to let me know!! That was awesome of you! I found that coupon code "WILDFLOWERS" works at checkout for 20% off the prints, as well!
My cat Patches died in April. He was always trying to get out the door and go sit in the greenery. He did whatever he wanted. The night before he died, he walked across the floor so jaunty. He had recently started hanging with this succulent plant. After he died, the plant flowered.
For my Sister 🙏 who passed tragically in an area where nothing grows. But I know she is among the wildflowers & butterflies & the ocean ever since that awful morning. Happy Birthday Sis 🦋 And thank you Tom 🎶 Both Resting In Peace 🕊️ 🌹
My brother passed in 2020 from a long 10 year battle with addiction. He liked Tom Petty. I can totally see why my Dad made a DVD our first Christmas without him. It was filled with just pictures of him. Some I had never seen before. Wildflowers was one of the songs he used for background music. Rips my heart out and makes it flutter all at the same time.
I'm just grateful that I was able to see Tom and the Heartbreakers in concert several times. One of the true high points of my life! What AWESOME concerts they were!❤❤❤
Same here. Had to be like 1999 on the lawn at The Woodlands in Houston TX. Had this group of 5 or so friends back then, thick as thieves right out of high school. One of them had a birthday that weekend and he and his mom had bought tickets months before with some other friends. Me and another guy were not in on the ticket purchase so we were bummed out, sitting on the couch all by ourselves when the phone rings, couple dudes backed out and 2 tickets up for grabs. We jumped up and hauled ass. Best concert ever. Everyone fro. 16 to 60+ all in harmony in the great lawn. Lots of hippie lettuce being shared, everyone happy, amazing music. I've been searching for that harmony at uh dress of other concerts since then. Never been matched. Met this hot chick and dated her all summer. Best day ever.
Didn’t know much about Tom Petty back in the day (knew the big hits) and my friend called and said I’ve got an extra ticket to go see him. Hey why not… best concert to this day. The harmony and happiness in the crown and on stage was infectious. No fancy props needed. Just him and the band. We sang our hearts out. Was lucky enough to take my kids to a couple concerts. I will never feel that nature high again when I would see him floating around on that stage telling us to join in. And always the thank you…thank you very much at the end. Love you Tom!❤
My wife died from colon cancer on 10/09/2022 This song seems fitting for her. We were married 26 years. Knew each other 32 years. She battled cancer for seven years, went through over a hundred chemo treatments, 3 clinical trials. It's almost coming up on 3 weeks since she passed. I still don't know what is going on. I still can't believe that my love is not beside me. I don't know what to do. I was the one who told her that she was going to die. The cancer had spread to her lungs. So lost.
I was born in 1988. I was raised with classic rock. My mom was a "concert kid" you can't name a band from those days that she hasn't seen play live. Tom petty was her favorite, and is one of mine. This song always makes me think of her free spirit, and the love for music that she passed down to me.
Thanks for the music Tom Petty. Oh how you touched my heart and soul. Mr. Cool forever! Your music is eternal. Never forgotten my brother. Always remembered. 💘
I lost my precious nephew unexpectedly and I had never heard any of these songs. It was played at his funeral and it just brought me to uncontrollable tears. He was just 17 years old. RIP Angel.
This song really touched my heart. After 34 years My oldest son decided he wanted nothing to do with his parents and brothers. In a way it was like a death. I finally realized I had to let him go. Hopefully he will come back to his family someday.
Heard it first in that episode of parks & rec where Ann Perkins and Chris Traeger leave Pawnee. The song perfectly encapsulated the emotions of that episode and I simply had to look it up. I want this played at my funeral
I'm trying to build up the courage to sing/play this for my dad at his wedding-- one of the few times I've seen him cry was when Tom died. It's fine if I suck but it'll be hard not to cry myself!!
My brother is a marine. Not active now but once a marine always a marine. I am also a veteran. He's 11 years younger and we borh struggle. This is our favorite song. He was a gunner and his hearing is damaged. He hates talking on the phone so we send each other songs. We call them "Petty partys" instead of "pity parties." Today he left on a new endever. I sent him an Andrew Peterson song. The guy is amazing and so very comforting. Please listen and he will comfort you. I sent my brother "Rest easy" and I know am gonna learn morse code after watching. The video is so amazing. Also, "Be Kind to yourself" is great.
One of the many ways to appreciate TP&H is to pick one layer of a song and just pay attention to it for the whole song. It helps me appreciate just how many layers there are, and how fantastic each musician is. This time, I focused on just the wonderfully fluttering piano. These guys were spellbinding.
Like many others here, I have lost a child. It will be five years this August. This song resonates with me and the grief I will always carry. My son was wheelchair-bound and oxygen dependent by the time he passed - at 17. His younger brother would carry him up and down stairs. If I close my eyes while listening to this song, I can picture a world where he could run and breathe like any other young boy.
Just separated from my wife 3 weeks ago, absolutely love her to bits and miss her more every day.. this lovely song was hard to listen to for me, I really hope she finds somewhere/someone good.. She's a lovely person..
It's always the simple songs like this that get to you. Another great example would be "Songbird" by Fleetwood Mac. Just an instrument or two, a beautiful voice, and pure, honest lyrics.....
My best friend recently lost her battle with depression and addiction. This was our song. The other day I was feeling gutted, walked into a bar, and this song started playing. I know it was meant for me to hear, and remind me.
My girlfriend passed away unexpectedly to RSV a week ago today (January 20, 2024) and this song absolutely hits differently today. "You belong somewhere you feel free" 💔
At 41 after surviving stage 3 breast cancer , losing so many people I thought cherished me , leaving my home going to find myself and the ones who truly except and love me ......time to Fly !!
My headphones got busted today... it gave me the chance to hear the incredible background music. It normally sounds so effortless, I never realized how much thought and talent went into making the song. We miss you, Tom Petty!
Please tell your loved ones, you want this song, for the time you fly free... until then, live strong, live happy, and smile at every day, sunny, or rainy, and every duck on the pond, and every flower... there are so many things in this life to be thankful for, until we make that journey. But always know, we may not know each other in person, but, you at least have a little old curly headed gypsy woman in Cincinnati pulling for you, and on your side, and hoping every day, you choose to find something to be joyful for... sending you lots of love... 💜💙😘💙💜
I used to do long drives across state as a part time job, when my uncle passed away driving these distances playing music is what helped me heal, I listen to Tom petty and had never heard this song before, I had been speaking to my uncle asking for a sign and this song came on my playlist and I had no choice to sob as I was driving past fields to my left and right and I knew my uncle was listening to me… months later I found out I was pregnant and this song Played for my daughter when she was born and I knew thats what my uncle was trying to tell me..this song was always meant for her and I hope she carries it with her through a lifetime.. everything I want for her in life is in written in that song..
What a true legend and we can all be happy that we were greased by his presence whether you're hearing his music for the first time went to his concert or been a longtime fan of his music because it's timeless and it will never get old so wherever he is I hope that he's rocking out and having a blast and that people will continue to discover his music or rediscover his music or help other people become a lifelong Petty fan.
My good friend and former coworker passed suddenly over last weekend and he loved Petty, it made him feel at ease. so now I listen to this song and think of him feeling free in a field of flowers and it brings comfort
this has been "my song" my whole life, my mom made it my song because she said it always reminded her of me. I finally found the song after searching forever:')
Here in March 2023. Still my favorite song from Tom. I listened to this song upon release from jail in 1996. I deserve somewhere I feel free. I hope Tom made it to the right side of eternity I pray for you. I later learned this peace and freedom in my lord Jesus. I hope Tom also found this peace and freedom. A song that meant so much to me. I wept at his passing.
My parents both grew up with Tom Petty and remember him when he was playing with Mudcrutch in the early days as an up and coming band in Los Angeles. Fast forward 20 some odd years, my mom played this in memory of my father when he passed and had the first stanza engraved on his headstone. We did the same for her when she passed. My fiancé and I agreed on it tonight as our song the moment we walk back from the alter. Its bitter sweet to hear it as I'm always reminded by them when its played. Im glad to see it resonates with so many others!
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I am Japanese. I bought this album at a record shop when it was released in Japan. It's been 30 years since then. I still love this album. This song is the first song on the album. That day, I admired him for writing such beautiful songs, and even now, that feeling hasn't changed at all.
This is incredibly sweet; thanks for sharing your joy of this song with others.
This is incredibly sweet; thanks for sharing your joy of this song with others.
Thank you. This song reminds me of my home in VA and growing up there. The black crows and quiet country roads, my friends, and the girl who lived over the hill who went to my school. I think of her when I hear this song.
I was in Japan this year. For some reason I decided to listen to this record while riding the train and looking out the window, watching the countryside roll by. It was such a unique and soul-searching combination of feelings.
You guys build some awesome earthquake-resistant bridges, and fast, too. Thank-you.
Just a fantastic feel good song appropriate for weddings or funerals, not too many songs that can cover both like this one.
Life, love, death and all the in between. ❤
My 28 year old daughter just passed away after a 15 month long battle with brain cancer. I always think of her when I hear this beautiful song💕 I hope you are running through the wildflowers, my sweet Megan 💔
🌷 M 🌼 E 🌸 G 🌻 A 🌹 N 💐
May HER memory be eternal 🙏
I am so sorry for your loss. I'm glad this song gives you some comfort.
She is right there in that field mama! If you think of her with this song- she is telling you. Keep your eyes, ears and heart open…she hasn’t left your side. Not for one minute. ❤🙏🕊
So sorry for your broken 💔 hearts 😢
Today is my birthday and all I could think was of my mother. I love you mom.
Dedicated to my dog Stanley. RIP big guy, I love you.
Nothing like the love of a dog 😢😊
We never stop loving them. ❤️🩹 When the time is right, mine have always sent their successors. Twice now they have overachieved and sent two for the price of one, like heaven was having a sale. ❤❤
I'm going out to this song. God bless Tom.
This song. I had just left an abusive marriage in May of 1995. My sweet friends took me along to their annual Memorial Day weekend camp out. Well, I swam naked in the pond and reveled in the sweat lodge afterward. I met a dear man who wanted to share my tent. Alas, he did not. That weekend, I was among the Wildflowers and will always remember this song as an anthem of my release to freedom.
Dear Tom. You're missed.
My 21 year-old son passed away three months ago and this song totally Hit me hard. It's beautiful. Thank you Tom.
un abrazo, ha de ser muy feo pasar eso, espero que siempre te ilumine
I lost my 28 yr old son 6 yrs ago and he was a huge Tom Petty fan, this song hits the spot for me also. Hugs from one angel mom to another.
I'm so sorry for your loss. I pray for you to find peace there. Pearl Jam's 'Just Breathe'' did me the same way
So sorry no parent should outlive their child. My uncle took his own life and well this song is a little rough
Rip sorry to hear that. Sorry for your loss i am 21 and turning 22 in 3 days I believe in a God of my own understanding as they say in aa and hope that when I die of old age I will see my grandmother who died this year my dog Rudy and other loved ones I don't hope I feel it in my heart. I have been through many hard ships and I'm sure so have you I am not trying to shove this God stuff down anyone's throat especially your I have blamed God for what has happened to me and my family and through my journey of recovery I have worked on my relationship with him. I hope what I said helps you feel less alone.
This song came on the radio when I was driving today. It’s a song I have always liked. I really felt it today and I think maybe I was meant to hear it. I have been feeling so low. I’m gonna be 45 day after tomorrow. I have had estranged relationships with my parents and haven’t had much family life over the years even though I am very close with my own children who are now entering teen years. My husband cheated on me about 7 months ago. He’s still here but it has changed me forever. I don’t always feel my friends are genuine. I don’t feel many people care about me. I don’t have a career. We moved 5 times and I have always been home with the kids. I was feeling like I don’t have much to be proud of, no career path, not many truly meaningful relationships. I have been covered in sadness and felt in pain. This song came on and I felt the lyrics in my soul like I am a wildflower. I’m not meant to be in a manicured flower bed with big family gatherings, a career, a problem free marriage. I grow in the woods and spread and blow in the wind with the challenges that have come to me. And I do the best I can and for that I can be proud ❤️
You are loved and you deserve to be happy. I am in the same kind of pain you are in, but we will get thru this and we’ll feel free in the end.
Beautifully written.
If you need an ear, I'm here for you
Hold tight, my friend. You are one of us and we are here for you.
You are loved,and it will be okay.
I recently learned in a Tom Petty documentary that this song was written during a period of deep personal reflection. He played this song straight through the first time and never found any reason to edit. I think it was his most honest, purest song from the heart.
May I ask what the documentary was? I would like to watch!!
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I heard it described as a love song to himself ❤
Just found this song. Beautiful! This comment makes sense. Sounds like deep reflection on someone. Definitely sounds like he wrote it for an friend.
My mom died in June after a yearlong battle with ovarian cancer. She was ready to go and wanted me to let her go and I just could not. I had been on a "Wildflowers" ( the whole album) kick pretty much since right after her diagnosis. But after she told me to let her go, it was like I was hearing this song for the first time. I was able to let her go because of this song. She is among the wildflowers, now, and this song is helping me to heal and still feel her presence. Thank you, Tom. God bless.🌼🌿🌻🌾🍃🌼🌿
Awww im so sorry for your loss. I lost my dad to a car accident 33years ago & it still hurts but it will get better i promise my friend. God bless you!
It’s been almost six years for me and this song still reminds me of my mom every time. I used to think the lyrics were like a message from me to her, but recently I realized it’s the other way around. Continue to let this song comfort you!
Sorry for your loss, but remember, we're all together in the end, god bless
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Nothing wrong with you!
I’m so sorry for your loss. She is indeed among the wildflowers in a boat out at sea ❤️❤️ She’s always a with you never forget that. God Bless you
You are now among the wildflowers Tom👆. ONE LOVE❤️🙏❤️
Best comment.
@@albennington Thanks so much. His music means a lot to me, he was a true original. I miss Tom everyday. ONE LOVE❤️🙏❤️
@@kennymoney4044 i agree
When I had to drive home from the hospital that my wife passed away at, this was the first song I heard on the radio. I was in shock and honestly dont know how I made it home but the song helped me and it has since then, meant allot to me. I feel sad and think about my wife and yet find comfort and meaning in Tom's wonderful lyrics. Reading many of the comments here I realize how much good his song has done and it has carried many hearts. Thanks Tom.
Sending you lots of love...💜💙😘💙💜
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Played this beautiful song at my wedding for my deceased father, who died of brain cancer, instead of a father-daughter dance. We played a slideshow of pictures of my dad alongside the song. He loved to fish so this song was perfect. Every once in a while I'll hear it on the radio and it always makes me tear up!
My daughter got married in October and she surprised me with this song for our father - daughter dance ! I cried , and I will never forget it ! It was perfect !!!
This is what my Father and I are doing for our dance at my wedding next year 💕 i hope he loves it just as much as you did ❤
Awwww. How sweet.
Cute
I chose this too for the Father/Daughter dance for my Daughter's Wedding. She told me she read the lyrics the next morning and was bawling. Still can't listen to it without tearing up.
My daughter wants this song to dance with her dad at her wedding. I'm her mom and I'm already getting teary eyed listening to this song.
Tom said that Wildflowers was his greatest album, and greatest song.
Well, he was very, very, very right.
Did he really? It's my favorite song. I'd like to think you're right.
Thank you, Tom, for one of the most beautiful, heart-wrenching songs ever written. Rest in peace, wildflower.
I lost my 30 year old son a year ago. I'm never going to be over it. I'm crying while I type this...
I am so sorry for your loss my friend. You are in my thoughts and prayers 🙏 💜🙏
😢 So very sorry for your loss.
So very sorry for your loss. Words are so insufficient. Sending you my deepest condolences…
I'm so sorry. If I lost my son I don't know how I could go on. Love and prayers your way.❤
Half a lifetime ago, a friend told me, "This is your song." I'm about to walk down the aisle to it at my wedding. Thanks, TP. :)
RIP, mom. You fought so bravely and suffered far too long. Fly away .. it's time for you to be free.
I sure do miss you already, though. 💔😭
Hope I don't demean the profound feelings you expressed but I think of this song when I think of my own mom, my favorite dog, my best friend's dog; it's the one song you can cry and laugh and just feel right. And my mum had a brain tumour which in the end was much like dementia. She was always there underneath. Wonderful brave comment thank you.
I'm so very sorry for your loss , I hope you have or find peace. This is a beautiful song. I played this song after my wife of many years passed away almost 3years ago .I told her it was for her. I believe she heard me. Take care my friend. ♥️🌹🙏♥️
This song is an unbelievable surprise and joy…it’s one of the prettiest songs I’ve ever heard
Thank you Tom Petty. Rest easy, and know that you made this world better. 💞
Yes, he did!
He's gone with the Lord now son he ain't suffering from addiction or nothing now Tom Petty's one of the greatest of all time GOD BLESS HIS SOUL and his music 🎵
My mom passed at 92 yrs old. She was naturally blessed with musical talent. I would sing this song to her during the week of her passing. Her one eye brow would raise when I would sing it to her. Special song that really fit that time. Miss you Mom. Glad your are somewhere you feel free. 😊
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That made me cry
God Bless you and your Momma
I’m sure she’s still smiling
Beautiful. Im sure that time with you was her heaven on earth as she crossed over to her great reward.❤
My good friends kid died at 17 same age as my kids. This song helped a lot. RIP Tom and thanks
My little granddaughter sings this song in memory of her Mom. My daughter.💜💜💜💜
Every day is overdose awareness day.
This song was the opposite of my upbringing. I am now going to follow my heart and feel free. Tom had so much compassion and love. R.I.P dear one. You are missed.
Far away from your trouble and worry
I was free despite the upbringing... Please be careful about people who say they love you, you might be more vulnerable than you think.
Nice comment
Yessss ❤
My mom passed away 3 days ago on Tom Pettys birthday (also my wedding anniversary) and this was her favorite Tom Petty song. She didn't want to miss his birthday party, she was such a huge fan of his. I played it for her 5 times on the day she died. I'm heartbroken, but she is among the wildflowers. ❤
That is beautiful. Wow. God Bless your mom and the daughter she raised right.
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@@nickster5926 Yeah, I have read that. Interesting.
My mom died 6 days ago. This song, Have Love Will Travel by Tom Petty, and Into the Mystic by Van Morrison were on repeat.
@@coreys9057 I am so sorry for your loss. 6 months later and it's still devastating 💔
For me, Wildflowers is one of the greatest albums of all times. R.I.P. Tom.
My daughter passed away 10-1-2010 . I played his song wildflowers at her funeral. I love Tom Petty's ♥ of music. True legend he is.
That's really sad to hear, I hope you're doing fine
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October 1st
This has always been one of my favorites and holds a special place in my heart. Two days ago I had to say goodbye to my sweet dog, Penny, who was with me for 13 years. When I left the vet without her this song came on as soon as I started my car. I like to think she made that happen. 💔💔💔
Beautiful sad story I'm sure she is among the wild flowers now ...
I totally understand I hope you have found another beautiful pup to fill the nooks and crannies 🐾
She did ❤
I have always loved Tom.. I loved all his music all of my life... My dear mom passed away 2 weeks ago.. sadly Tom never made 89 like Sally my beautiful mom. This song will be played at her funeral. .. they were both free spirits... God bless them both. Xxxx
My Son lost His Beloved Wife of 49 years old. My Nephew, Pastor Todd Zielinski played his Guitar and Sang this Song at her Funeral. Such Beautiful Words❤ Love & Miss you Sweet April😢
I work at margaritaville on universal citywalk, and we play a Jimmy Buffett live cover of wildflowers all the time. Crazy to think they’re both gone 😢 RIP Tom and Jimmy. ❤
Today, in beautiful autumn sun. My mom was put to final rest next to my father who passed away in 2006. Toms lyrics helped us say goodbye. Now they are together again. Among the Wildflowers.
For years all I heard from Tom Petty was the stuff on the radio (last dance with Mary Jane, You don’t know how it feels, Free falling etc.) Decent songs and all but this is an absolute masterpiece.
I was singing at a vineyard once when a couple who just married asked us to play this for them. So we did! One of those memories I will cherish forever ❤
You could've, after the intro, started singing the lyrics to I Believe in Father Christmas and totally confused them.
As an empath, this song, this light has shined bright at a time that I'm at a crossroads in my life. This is confirmation that I belong amongst the wild flowers 💐. Message received, thank you.
What is an empath?
@@lyndaclancy7643 God opens your soul, your spirit, if you've read JOB in the bible, it's basically similar. God allows evil to test your faith in him, you must learn to Walk through the dark times of your life, from childhood, forgive and heal your inner self. you learn to read energy as well as people's motives. That's just a taste of being an empath.
@@lyndaclancy7643 Definitely NOT somebody who is all about themselves.
I've been listening to and hearing Tom Petty for my pretty much my whole life. How did I ever miss this gem for this long?...Never heard 1 time thru late 80's or 90's or the last 22 1/2 yrs. Don't get at all....either way, it's a gem to find after he passed, when I thought I pretty well had him understood n covered......To me it's his best work n hope he's pickn and singn it "In that home bye n bye".
I've listened to him since I was a child and this song makes me cry every time I hear it. This was his masterpiece in my opinion.
Giving my daughter away at her wedding. Mom and Dad were first 2 words. Tom Petty was words 3 and 4. This is her favorite album. I picked this song and she loved the choice..Thank you for all you gave us Tom.
Please make the graphic on the left of the screen into a poster that we can purchase! This would be an instant buy for me!!
Add me to the purchase too ☺️
It's beautiful 🌹💕🌹
Me too!!!
100% agreed. I'm In.
It is on the Tom petty website!
@@michaelschnur1823 : YES!!! Thank you so much for commenting to let me know!! That was awesome of you!
I found that coupon code "WILDFLOWERS" works at checkout for 20% off the prints, as well!
May you rest among the wildflowers you bloomed in our hearts Tom❤️
Makes me miss so many who've blessed my life - family, friends, pets, and of course the true poets
-- Thank you Tom!!
My cat Patches died in April. He was always trying to get out the door and go sit in the greenery. He did whatever he wanted.
The night before he died, he walked across the floor so jaunty. He had recently started hanging with this succulent plant. After he died, the plant flowered.
My beautiful great niece, a gypsy soul with a hippie vibe....this world was just too much for her...this song fits her perfectly.
For my Sister 🙏 who passed tragically in an area where nothing grows. But I know she is among the wildflowers & butterflies & the ocean ever since that awful morning. Happy Birthday Sis 🦋
And thank you Tom 🎶
Both Resting In Peace 🕊️ 🌹
Played this at my son's memorial last July. It fits him perfectly.
Huge fan of his. Another great artist gone too soon. Dearly missed. RIP TOM!! 🙏🙏💜💜
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You belong somewhere you feel free 🖤
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My brother passed in 2020 from a long 10 year battle with addiction. He liked Tom Petty. I can totally see why my Dad made a DVD our first Christmas without him. It was filled with just pictures of him. Some I had never seen before. Wildflowers was one of the songs he used for background music. Rips my heart out and makes it flutter all at the same time.
I'm just grateful that I was able to see Tom and the Heartbreakers in concert several times. One of the true high points of my life! What AWESOME concerts they were!❤❤❤
Ditto
Same here. Had to be like 1999 on the lawn at The Woodlands in Houston TX. Had this group of 5 or so friends back then, thick as thieves right out of high school. One of them had a birthday that weekend and he and his mom had bought tickets months before with some other friends. Me and another guy were not in on the ticket purchase so we were bummed out, sitting on the couch all by ourselves when the phone rings, couple dudes backed out and 2 tickets up for grabs. We jumped up and hauled ass. Best concert ever. Everyone fro. 16 to 60+ all in harmony in the great lawn. Lots of hippie lettuce being shared, everyone happy, amazing music. I've been searching for that harmony at uh dress of other concerts since then. Never been matched. Met this hot chick and dated her all summer. Best day ever.
I saw Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers at Nationwide Arena? Wildflowers tour. Asked a roadie where the gargoyles disappeared at intermission.
I am lucky I saw him once
Didn’t know much about Tom Petty back in the day (knew the big hits) and my friend called and said I’ve got an extra ticket to go see him. Hey why not… best concert to this day. The harmony and happiness in the crown and on stage was infectious. No fancy props needed. Just him and the band. We sang our hearts out. Was lucky enough to take my kids to a couple concerts. I will never feel that nature high again when I would see him floating around on that stage telling us to join in. And always the thank you…thank you very much at the end. Love you Tom!❤
Thanks so much to Tom's family and friends who worked to put this album out. We love you.
My wife died from colon cancer on 10/09/2022 This song seems fitting for her. We were married 26 years. Knew each other 32 years. She battled cancer for seven years, went through over a hundred chemo treatments, 3 clinical trials. It's almost coming up on 3 weeks since she passed. I still don't know what is going on. I still can't believe that my love is not beside me. I don't know what to do. I was the one who told her that she was going to die. The cancer had spread to her lungs. So lost.
Sending you love from a stranger...for your strength and a place where YOU also feel free.
I was born in 1988. I was raised with classic rock. My mom was a "concert kid" you can't name a band from those days that she hasn't seen play live. Tom petty was her favorite, and is one of mine. This song always makes me think of her free spirit, and the love for music that she passed down to me.
Has to be the prettiest song I’ve ever heard💜
Thanks for the music Tom Petty. Oh how you touched my heart and soul. Mr. Cool forever! Your music is eternal. Never forgotten my brother. Always remembered. 💘
I lost my precious nephew unexpectedly and I had never heard any of these songs. It was played at his funeral and it just brought me to uncontrollable tears. He was just 17 years old. RIP Angel.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Hugs.
I imagine Tom, or any artist, would be honored to know his creation has such a heartfelt connection.
_You belong somewhere you feel free_ 💚
Parks and Recreation
Tom Petty has written the most beautiful lyrics in this song. You not only hear them ,you feel them! Unbelievable talent that will never die.✌❤❤❤
This song really touched my heart. After 34 years My oldest son decided he wanted nothing to do with his parents and brothers. In a way it was like a death. I finally realized I had to let him go. Hopefully he will come back to his family someday.
Thank God, Tom family came together. And not Drag his Legacy through the mud. Rest in paradise Tom Petty. 🙏
I miss you Big bro 😭❤
This song gives me peace. Thanks Tom, You are incredibly missed.
Heard it first in that episode of parks & rec where Ann Perkins and Chris Traeger leave Pawnee. The song perfectly encapsulated the emotions of that episode and I simply had to look it up. I want this played at my funeral
I'm trying to build up the courage to sing/play this for my dad at his wedding-- one of the few times I've seen him cry was when Tom died. It's fine if I suck but it'll be hard not to cry myself!!
My brother is a marine. Not active now but once a marine always a marine. I am also a veteran. He's 11 years younger and we borh struggle. This is our favorite song. He was a gunner and his hearing is damaged. He hates talking on the phone so we send each other songs. We call them "Petty partys" instead of "pity parties." Today he left on a new endever. I sent him an Andrew Peterson song. The guy is amazing and so very comforting. Please listen and he will comfort you. I sent my brother "Rest easy" and I know am gonna learn morse code after watching. The video is so amazing. Also, "Be Kind to yourself" is great.
Thank you-and thank you! mnay thoughts and thanks are with you and your brother.
One of the many ways to appreciate TP&H is to pick one layer of a song and just pay attention to it for the whole song. It helps me appreciate just how many layers there are, and how fantastic each musician is. This time, I focused on just the wonderfully fluttering piano.
These guys were spellbinding.
Like many others here, I have lost a child. It will be five years this August. This song resonates with me and the grief I will always carry. My son was wheelchair-bound and oxygen dependent by the time he passed - at 17. His younger brother would carry him up and down stairs. If I close my eyes while listening to this song, I can picture a world where he could run and breathe like any other young boy.
I had the honor of seeing him perform live May 25, 1994❤️ I'll never forget it
Just separated from my wife 3 weeks ago, absolutely love her to bits and miss her more every day.. this lovely song was hard to listen to for me, I really hope she finds somewhere/someone good.. She's a lovely person..
Wishing everyone the best all around
It's always the simple songs like this that get to you. Another great example would be "Songbird" by Fleetwood Mac. Just an instrument or two, a beautiful voice, and pure, honest lyrics.....
My best friend recently lost her battle with depression and addiction. This was our song.
The other day I was feeling gutted, walked into a bar, and this song started playing. I know it was meant for me to hear, and remind me.
My girlfriend passed away unexpectedly to RSV a week ago today (January 20, 2024) and this song absolutely hits differently today. "You belong somewhere you feel free" 💔
❤️ much love to you
I'm so sorry for your GF's loss. I hope some day you can honor her memory and move on with your life without her. Bless you and her families!😢
Quite possibly the greatest masterpiece ever recorded
True
Nice avatar! I also agree with your sentiment
I like to think he wrote it for his daughter. Listen to it from that perspective and it makes much more sense.
At 41 after surviving stage 3 breast cancer , losing so many people I thought cherished me , leaving my home going to find myself and the ones who truly except and love me ......time to Fly !!
My headphones got busted today... it gave me the chance to hear the incredible background music. It normally sounds so effortless, I never realized how much thought and talent went into making the song. We miss you, Tom Petty!
If anyone sees this please play this at my funeral. Tom Petty is one of the main reasons I stayed alive as long as I did
I played this at my daughter’s funeral. Please stay alive.
My sisters chose this song for my brother’s funeral.
Are you past your due date? Overstayed your Welcome 😅 j/k😊
Please tell your loved ones, you want this song, for the time you fly free... until then, live strong, live happy, and smile at every day, sunny, or rainy, and every duck on the pond, and every flower... there are so many things in this life to be thankful for, until we make that journey. But always know, we may not know each other in person, but, you at least have a little old curly headed gypsy woman in Cincinnati pulling for you, and on your side, and hoping every day, you choose to find something to be joyful for... sending you lots of love...
💜💙😘💙💜
Missing you Tom Petty
It’s October 2, 2024 as I write this, the date we lost you, and I miss you more than words can say.
“For you and I will meet again someday.”
I used to do long drives across state as a part time job, when my uncle passed away driving these distances playing music is what helped me heal, I listen to Tom petty and had never heard this song before, I had been speaking to my uncle asking for a sign and this song came on my playlist and I had no choice to sob as I was driving past fields to my left and right and I knew my uncle was listening to me… months later I found out I was pregnant and this song Played for my daughter when she was born and I knew thats what my uncle was trying to tell me..this song was always meant for her and I hope she carries it with her through a lifetime.. everything I want for her in life is in written in that song..
Legend 🎉🎉🎉
A dear friend of mine, rocker Bobby Hollar gave me this song before he passed away from alcoholism. I will always cherish it.
It´s gonna be the song I wanna play on the wedding from my daughter !🤩
So wistful and lovely. I miss him five years later.
Man I would love to have some good old papamal red I miss the good old pot 😊☮️🎶🎵🤗😊✌️
What a true legend and we can all be happy that we were greased by his presence whether you're hearing his music for the first time went to his concert or been a longtime fan of his music because it's timeless and it will never get old so wherever he is I hope that he's rocking out and having a blast and that people will continue to discover his music or rediscover his music or help other people become a lifelong Petty fan.
My good friend and former coworker passed suddenly over last weekend and he loved Petty, it made him feel at ease. so now I listen to this song and think of him feeling free in a field of flowers and it brings comfort
Such a calming song.
Yes for sure 👍🌟
I’ve heard a lot of songs, but never one better than this.
this has been "my song" my whole life, my mom made it my song because she said it always reminded her of me. I finally found the song after searching forever:')
I dedicate this to my dear sweet husband. Please get well & feel better honey.
I love you dad. February 26th, 1965-July 18th, 2024
Very sorry for your loss.❤️
He's among the wildflowers. You'll see him soon. Live your life, he's proud of you and will always love you ❤
@@a.m3334 really appreciate this, thank you 🙏🌼
what a beautiful song, it makes me cry
To the sweetest girl. The best and the brightest of us all. To Caitlin Dean. 32 years was not enough. We will never forget you. You are so loved.
WE MISS YOU TOM!!!
Beautiful! Your Kegend Lives On! 🎉
Here in March 2023. Still my favorite song from Tom. I listened to this song upon release from jail in 1996. I deserve somewhere I feel free. I hope Tom made it to the right side of eternity I pray for you.
I later learned this peace and freedom in my lord Jesus.
I hope Tom also found this peace and freedom.
A song that meant so much to me. I wept at his passing.
Truly exceptional and I love this song
Tom was one of a kind
My grandma passed yesterday and this song really makes me think of her ❤️
My parents both grew up with Tom Petty and remember him when he was playing with Mudcrutch in the early days as an up and coming band in Los Angeles. Fast forward 20 some odd years, my mom played this in memory of my father when he passed and had the first stanza engraved on his headstone.
We did the same for her when she passed.
My fiancé and I agreed on it tonight as our song the moment we walk back from the alter.
Its bitter sweet to hear it as I'm always reminded by them when its played.
Im glad to see it resonates with so many others!