Thank you for writing this song. My son came back from Afghanistan in a similar condition. Luckily, he is doing well by his own initiatives. When will we support and provide the help needed to those who come home suffering from PTSD! John, you were one of the greatest songwriter ever who passed way too young. Don’t forget to do justice to that 9 mile long cigarette. May you Rest In Peace now Sir with a warm wind always at your back.
The first time I heard Sam Stone, I was bought to tears, by the friend playing it. Bought the album in 1980, again in 1999 in CD form...lifetime bucket list item is to learn to play it on my guitar. Loved John . Rest in peace, Dude!!
I had a Classic Country and Western radio show for 8 years in Anchorage, Alaska and I played this song at least once a month. Thank you, Mr. Prine, I've been loving your work for decades.
Riveting. This song is so spot on that John must have lived some/all of it. His voice just got better with age but this story is as good now as ever. I believe more people understand the meaning today but certainly not enough. Geez America we can do better for our veterans. It’s a disgrace how these guys are treated. I know, my son was a marine. He has PTSD , another very serious veteran problem.John made an effort to help. We can do better.
When I was a kid, my dad played this song. It was always the grass grew around his brain song to me. Now as an adult listening it is a lot more than that.
I love listening to and writing sad songs. The first time i heard this song, it absolutely wrecked me. It’s all in there. Commentary on the lasting reach of traumatic effects of war, drug addiction, the unrequited love of children for their father, the death of dreams, the sense of hopelessness that comes from it all. John is an American treasure. Writing truths as plainly as any writer this country has produced. The humor of Mark Twain with the gut punch of Vonnegut and the soul of a good ol boy from Kentucky.
Listened to prine for ever finally got to see him in Somerset ky this past weekend at the master musicians festival. One of the greatest experiences of my life. Thanks John for all you’ve given us
I bought the record (1969?) and later (maybe 1975?) bought the CD and I know so many people who lived this life in the late 60s and much of the 1970s and the song still makes me cry and John expresses all the pain when he sings it!
Try to listen to this every Memorial Day. Little pitchers have big ears refers to children. I also think of all the wars and fighting since Jesus died. He didn't die for nothing, but we have never beat our swords into plowshares.
"All his children were wearing someone else's clothes because there's a hole in daddy's are where all the money goes..." If that doesn't bring tears to your eyes, I don't now what would...
There's a hole in Daddy's arm where all the money goes. #NASA The Entertainment Industry of the Military Industrial Complex #Disney #Hollywood #CLUB33 #FREEMASONS
One of the saddest songs ever and one of the truest......damn! Four brothers drafted, we ain't no "fortunate sons."
Thank you for writing this song. My son came back from Afghanistan in a similar condition. Luckily, he is doing well by his own initiatives. When will we support and provide the help needed to those who come home suffering from PTSD!
John, you were one of the greatest songwriter ever who passed way too young. Don’t forget to do justice to that 9 mile long cigarette.
May you Rest In Peace now Sir with a warm wind always at your back.
The first time I heard Sam Stone, I was bought to tears, by the friend playing it. Bought the album in 1980, again in 1999 in CD form...lifetime bucket list item is to learn to play it on my guitar. Loved John . Rest in peace, Dude!!
I just recently discovered this song and nearly cried the first time I heard it.
I had a Classic Country and Western radio show for 8 years in Anchorage, Alaska and I played this song at least once a month. Thank you, Mr. Prine, I've been loving your work for decades.
This song will always have a special place within me. Goodbye to a legend, John Prine. Rest easy, Sir.
Damn, these lyrics always get to me. RIP, John.
Riveting. This song is so spot on that John must have lived some/all of it. His voice just got better with age but this story is as good now as ever. I believe more people understand the meaning today but certainly not enough. Geez America we can do better for our veterans. It’s a disgrace how these guys are treated. I know, my son was a marine. He has PTSD , another very serious veteran problem.John made an effort to help. We can do better.
When I was a kid, my dad played this song. It was always the grass grew around his brain song to me. Now as an adult listening it is a lot more than that.
I love listening to and writing sad songs. The first time i heard this song, it absolutely wrecked me. It’s all in there. Commentary on the lasting reach of traumatic effects of war, drug addiction, the unrequited love of children for their father, the death of dreams, the sense of hopelessness that comes from it all.
John is an American treasure. Writing truths as plainly as any writer this country has produced. The humor of Mark Twain with the gut punch of Vonnegut and the soul of a good ol boy from Kentucky.
Can you suggest some others as sad as this? I love sad songs myself.
This song is crushingly poignant. A true tale of sadness so rooted in the truth.
RIP John..all your songs will always be gems.
We miss you already John
a true American singer songwriter
John Prime, the poet songwriter singer that has inspired my life since I was just a girl. Music should always tell stories and leave one with thought.
Agree! ❤️
Listened to prine for ever finally got to see him in Somerset ky this past weekend at the master musicians festival. One of the greatest experiences of my life. Thanks John for all you’ve given us
Billy d I found his incredible talent for the first time on a local radio station. With 'The Otherside Of Town.' Hooked ever since!
A true American poet. RIP
I bought the record (1969?) and later (maybe 1975?) bought the CD and I know so many people who lived this life in the late 60s and much of the 1970s and the song still makes me cry and John expresses all the pain when he sings it!
Yes, 1971 the album was released. My mother bought it immediately, I have it still.
Try to listen to this every Memorial Day. Little pitchers have big ears refers to children. I also think of all the wars and fighting since Jesus died. He didn't die for nothing, but we have never beat our swords into plowshares.
Have listened to this beautiful but sad song many times; tells a story too many people don’t understand. Love, love you John Prine!
And a story that many do.
I understand 😢
This amazing ever John thank you appreciate
Love never leaves.
Good night J see you in the morning
RIP JOHN one of the best
R.I.P. we will miss you
i miss you!
R.I.P. John
Good job be at peace
"All his children were wearing someone else's clothes because there's a hole in daddy's are where all the money goes..."
If that doesn't bring tears to your eyes, I don't now what would...
I have just discovered you, this song is great.
wow
🧨🧨
hi john
This version is so much better than the album. On the album the vocal is way too recessed.
A purple heart and a monkey on his back 😢
There's a hole in Daddy's arm where all the money goes. #NASA The Entertainment Industry of the Military Industrial Complex #Disney #Hollywood #CLUB33 #FREEMASONS