RIP Jo-el. He passed last night after performing his last song “Tear Stained Letter” and receiving a standing ovation in Texas. After leaving the stage he had a massive heart attack. 1/13/24. You will be missed Jo-el.
I am so touched by the news of his passing.RIP Jo el Sonnier, so underrated as a musician , one of my all time favorites. I collected many of his CD’s over the years and to this day still listen to his music. My deepest condolences to his family. He will definitely be missed. I will be buying his new album when it comes out.😢
Joe lived the words of his music. He lived the good life that south Louisiana can bring a man. Joe loved to crab and cook as well as play and sing. Almost every day during the Covid 19 shut down, Joe took his squeeze box out in the driveway of his home and sang us a song live streamed on Facebook. He truly was a blessing to everyone.
I’d forgotten how good this guy was and how I bought a few of his CD’s back in the 90’s. Amazed he wasn’t a bigger star in the States because let’s face it, as we British say “He’s bloody good!”
I learned to play this for my oldest sister, she loved this song and wanted me to learn to play and sing it..we sat in the floor of her appartment in Ennis Texas for 4 hours one nite, listening to it over and over till I got it down....SHe passed away in 2006, and every time I hear this song I think of her and vise versa...
I met him, the band, and his wife while on a cruise with my father, just before my dad died. They were the most gracious people, and what a good reflection of the Cajun music of Louisiana. I couldn't of had a better experience.... Jim from Baton Rouge.
wow ,so sorry man ,,,,, im 70 ,and i just lost my wife of 46 years to cancer too. we were like 2 peas in a pod ,,soulmates ,,,and now it hurts soo much ,,, so i understand .
my late husband played guitar as a carnie and then some 50 years. when i married him i would come home and hear this song playing and him singing and he was not playing guitar although i loved it also and could play ALL of it on harmonica which i learned trying to stop smoking. and he was sick with chrones and died. but this was one of the songs i picked up to get him to use his arms when he lost 80 pounds in 3 months. anyway. it is always wonderful to me. i love cajun. i have canadian in me. thank you for posting. love CB
I never can never decide which I love more - this or "No More One More TIme" because whichever I hear I think is better - until I hear the other again. Anyway both are beautiful and I never tire of either one ....... thanks for posting.
...must `ve been in the 80`s when I heard this track on an irish radio-program called country heartland with Neill Toner and ever since I tried to find it....well tonight`s the night......thank you so much....many happy wishes from Ireland.....
So sorry to hear this news today. Loved Jo since the 80's. This was one of my favorites ❤rest in peace Jo. Thank you for the amazing music you left us❤
Thanks Beau, so many people love this guy and this song...me and wife are fighting cancer for the last couple of years....i get you....sometimes you wonder why
Perfect song to waltz across a barroom floor covered with sawdust with a few drinks already coursing through my bloodstream, and a honky tonk angel, holding her tight, as she sings in my ear "🎶Come ON Jeb..."🎶
Thanks for this. We went to my wife's sister and her husband's cottage in Cajun Country near Digby, and he liked the song so much, playing it on his boom box on the deck, blasting at full volume across Lac d'clair inside Metaghan, the lake like a mirror in the evening. that I left the CD with him. I never did replace it, but I know it got lots of play. Those days can never be reclaimed, but they'll never be forgotten either. Rest in peace brother.
Glad I could leave you with something. I don't consider this my favorite song but rather an extension of myself. It touches just that deep, beyond favorites. There is no place like home is there? Wouldn't trade Louisiana for anything in the world
what a classic! remember sitting on my porch half lit with my hound dog beside me.Just good ole laid back cajun music. Just my style. thanks jo-el sonnier
Had this cassette back in mid 80's. Over the years it got put away with the advance of CD's and I've often searched for this on RUclips but with no success. Thanks for posting.
I will play this on my radio program next saturday AM and see if the people here on the left coast like it, I love it, it arouses a spirit in a person that makes you wanna sing. wolfie
I cannot even count how many times I sat in my room listening and listening to this over and over again. And you can't find a decent posting, I tried for years on LimeW too. Thanks for doing this. Happy life to you......
Cool! I have looked for this tune in the past, and I appreciate your posting it. My husband and I worked for LSU for four years, and of all the places I have ever lived, south Louisiana is my favorite. We're settled back in Texas for good now, but I will always love the people, the food, the music, the Mardi Gras of that very special part of the world.
So sorry for your loss. You will see her again and she will be healthy and whole. God sees your pain but He knows you will see your precious love again. May God comfort and bless you.
I use to have this on cassette iwore this tape out excellent cd igotta but this again and crank it up this cd makes me feel good makes me think of partying and good food oh yeah 😎
thanks for this song. i had it on a tape years ago and lost it. it used to be my favorite!!! here it is, thank you for taking the time to post it. by the comments, i'm not the only one!!!
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Always loved this song. Listening to it tonight. He passed away yesterday.
RIP Jo-el. He passed last night after performing his last song “Tear Stained Letter” and receiving a standing ovation in Texas. After leaving the stage he had a massive heart attack. 1/13/24. You will be missed Jo-el.
that's breaks my heart to read this. God Bless him!
Breaks my heart....his music plays on my phone as he was a friend of my dad's and I feel better hearing his music 🎶
Oh no! That's awful. He wasn't very old was he?
OMG rest now Jo-el
I am so touched by the news of his passing.RIP Jo el Sonnier, so underrated as a musician , one of my all time favorites. I collected many of his CD’s over the years and to this day still listen to his music. My deepest condolences to his family. He will definitely be missed. I will be buying his new album when it comes out.😢
I had to hear this song today. Rest in peace, Jo-El. ❤😢
Joe lived the words of his music. He lived the good life that south Louisiana can bring a man. Joe loved to crab and cook as well as play and sing. Almost every day during the Covid 19 shut down, Joe took his squeeze box out in the driveway of his home and sang us a song live streamed on Facebook. He truly was a blessing to everyone.
R.I P. Joe. We will always love & appreciate you & your legacy .💔
I’d forgotten how good this guy was and how I bought a few of his CD’s back in the 90’s. Amazed he wasn’t a bigger star in the States because let’s face it, as we British say “He’s bloody good!”
Think how much of people would relax just listening to this kind of music ❤
Wow!! As a Californian I can take pride in the Doors and Beach Boys. As I listen to THIS music, I can WISH I was Cajun and take pride in this music!!
I learned to play this for my oldest sister, she loved this song and wanted me to learn to play and sing it..we sat in the floor of her appartment in Ennis Texas for 4 hours one nite, listening to it over and over till I got it down....SHe passed away in 2006, and every time I hear this song I think of her and vise versa...
Rest in peace, you were an extraordinary musician, one that could only be admired. You won't be forgotten, old buddy. ❤
RIP Jo-El.
one of the greatest Cajun love songs, ever. thanks.
maybe I don'nt understand it al byt. it sure can feel I
Written after his wife's death.
Glad you won a Grammy for "The Legacy"..Jo-el ,you have devoted your life to your music and we are thankful for all that you have given!
I met him, the band, and his wife while on a cruise with my father, just before my dad died. They were the most gracious people, and what a good reflection of the Cajun music of Louisiana. I couldn't of had a better experience.... Jim from Baton Rouge.
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Hope all is well for you Jim
I will treasure the autograph he gave me on a bandana, different and personal. Much love.
I been listening to his music constantly since he passed. Breaks my heart. The world lost a great person. Heaven is singing loud right now.❤❤❤❤
RIP to the GOAT, Jo-El
Absolutely love this song
wow ,so sorry man ,,,,, im 70 ,and i just lost my wife of 46 years to cancer too. we were like 2 peas in a pod ,,soulmates ,,,and now it hurts soo much ,,, so i understand .
May you rest in eternal peace Jo’el.. & thank you for blessing us with your beautiful music
Rest in Peace brother 💙
my late husband played guitar as a carnie and then some 50 years. when i married him i would come home and hear this song playing and him singing and he was not playing guitar although i loved it also and could play ALL of it on harmonica which i learned trying to stop smoking. and he was sick with chrones and died. but this was one of the songs i picked up to get him to use his arms when he lost 80 pounds in 3 months. anyway. it is always wonderful to me. i love cajun. i have canadian in me. thank you for posting. love CB
Love it
thanks connie for remembering him...I have memories of mine that I have lost, you never get over them, but thats ok. Love them
My older sister died from chrohns disease. People don't know how bad the suffering can be also for their families.
One of the best songs - ever. Soulful, pensive, thoughtful, emotional.
So sorry. I listen to this frequently now that my husband is gone.
Til we're together again . . . .
I used to dance with my dad to this song... I sure miss him. This song reminds me of him every time
I never can never decide which I love more - this or "No More One More TIme" because whichever I hear I think is better - until I hear the other again. Anyway both are beautiful and I never tire of either one ....... thanks for posting.
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I feel the same way. Same page
And 12 Honest Men too
Absolutely love this song. It is beautiful.
Again, I. Will say Amen to the words we have all felt this truth to be ever so relevant in our lives one time or a many other! Amen Jo
I'm 56. I'd almost forgot about old Joel until I heard of his passing. There's so much to try to remember...
...must `ve been in the 80`s when I heard this track on an irish radio-program called country heartland with Neill Toner and ever since I tried to find it....well tonight`s the night......thank you so much....many happy wishes from Ireland.....
Not hardcore Cajun but man what a beautiful painting of gulf coast life and struggles. One of my favorites since i was a farm boy 30 years ago
I just love JO-EL Sonnier and i just love this song...could listen to it all day..you are a wonderful artist!!!
So sorry to hear this news today. Loved Jo since the 80's. This was one of my favorites ❤rest in peace Jo. Thank you for the amazing music you left us❤
Thanks Beau, so many people love this guy and this song...me and wife are fighting cancer for the last couple of years....i get you....sometimes you wonder why
Perfect song to waltz across a barroom floor covered with sawdust with a few drinks already coursing through my bloodstream, and a honky tonk angel, holding her tight, as she sings in my ear "🎶Come ON Jeb..."🎶
Thanks for this.
We went to my wife's sister and her husband's cottage in Cajun Country near Digby, and he liked the song so much, playing it on his boom box on the deck, blasting at full volume across Lac d'clair inside Metaghan, the lake like a mirror in the evening. that I left the CD with him. I never did replace it, but I know it got lots of play. Those days can never be reclaimed, but they'll never be forgotten either. Rest in peace brother.
Glad I could leave you with something. I don't consider this my favorite song but rather an extension of myself. It touches just that deep, beyond favorites. There is no place like home is there? Wouldn't trade Louisiana for anything in the world
I love your comment,I can picture the place that you wrote about.
dengor1945 you
Cajun music lives on! Doug Kershaw, Eddy Raven and Jo el Sonnier.
Love this music! Wish I could have met these great artists!💋
This song really moves the heart, I play it quite often and quite loudly
We're all here 'cause he's all gone. Rest easy Zydeco Joe.
So sad for your wife. I lost my wife too and now Jo-El is gone. Life is tough
I WAS BORN WITH THIS SONG PLAYING IN THE OPERATING ROOM
I'm 44 my dad is 87......this reminds of fond memories with him!!!
My very favotie. I love Jo/El
Pure perfection priceless
I've liked this song ever since i originally heard it
what a classic! remember sitting on my porch half lit with my hound dog beside me.Just good ole laid back cajun music. Just my style. thanks jo-el sonnier
This one 😢 really reminds me of my late Rowena who will be 4 yrs she's gone I love you Rowena, always, forever, me Country ❤
😢 I just can't believe he is gone. This is my favorite song of his. I loved him and his music. Prayers for Bobbye and all his family. So sad 😢
Had this cassette back in mid 80's. Over the years it got put away with the advance of CD's and I've often searched for this on RUclips but with no success. Thanks for posting.
Jo-el Sonnier was one of my moms favorite singers she saw him once in concert. back in the late 80's
I will play this on my radio program next saturday AM and see if the people here on the left coast like it, I love it, it arouses a spirit in a person that makes you wanna sing.
wolfie
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Love most all Jo-Els Music but this one has a special place for me being a Widower ..
May u rest in peace our Cajun Angel!
Poor darling. I hope you have healed enough to miss her wihout tears.
RIP Joe, your songs always told the truth about inner feelings.. You wll be missed sir 🙏
This reminds me of what my mama said she loved ,now it reminds me of my sister Linda she's the one that got me to listen to its ❤😊
So sorry for your loss. Thank you for uploading this amazing song. It is so hard to find this original version. Love it!
This is one of my favorite songs since I was a kid. Thanks!!
Love this song
Hard to find Jo-El on here. Ty for this song, means a lot :) I love his music
My hubby's favorite song, lost him in 2002, still hurts!
God Bless u my Cajun brother! Happy Trails to you,our Angel's in Heaven!
While loved most all Jo-El songs this is my favorite ...
I cannot even count how many times I sat in my room listening and listening to this over and over again. And you can't find a decent posting, I tried for years on LimeW too. Thanks for doing this. Happy life to you......
Cool! I have looked for this tune in the past, and I appreciate your posting it. My husband and I worked for LSU for four years, and of all the places I have ever lived, south Louisiana is my favorite. We're settled back in Texas for good now, but I will always love the people, the food, the music, the Mardi Gras of that very special part of the world.
my favorite jo el sonier. when this came out, i was calling the radio station almost every hour asking them to play it.
I love this, especially, because of Bo's love for his wife. It's a saying we have around here too, when things get tough, "COME ON JOE!".
I really like Come on Joe. Great sad old song. Thanks a lot.
God Bless you, Bo---your love has gone to be with the Master who welcomed her with all his love.
in the 80's and 90's I had 2 cassette tapes of this album.. eventually got it on CD ..cannot believe it's not on iTunes or Spotify 🤔
What a beautiful song Nikki Collins
JOEL Does a FANTASTIC job on this song....
It will make people Like Cahun Music.....(who may not have before)
Thx for posting haven't heard that for years , sure don't come across honest music like that no more these days .
Best version of this wonderful song. Thanks for posting
One of my favorite, Thanks Joel 😘
My uncle and I play this one . One our favorites .
This a favorite song of mine.
I love Joel and most all of his music. thanks for posting this. I can't find it on Spotify!!
Just plain Great!
love this song more than my life😂😂
You are an amazing brother ....may your sister rest in peace,God Bless!!!Beautiful song.
We love you Joel,I remember the years in Bogalusa at Deb and Odes!
Thanks for this. I see myself on the front porch. Love the presentation.
Thank you, Frank. This song means the world to me. I'm glad you found your way here
Thank you Jo-El is one of my Fava's;;
Thank you so much for posting this beautiful song!
Jo-el did live in Bogalusa, La. Before his wife at the time passed away.
Yes he did. His wife at the time and my mom was best friends. I loved miss Jaime so much.
just shut your eyes and visualize the heart and soul of this cut
I found this great cd at amazon ,It was in a music shop in England .
So sorry for your loss. You will see her again and she will be healthy and whole. God sees your pain but He knows you will see your precious love again. May God comfort and bless you.
The last sunset I saw with my Gary was the last,land between the lakes Tn amazing!!!
Love ya Bo !
You did both king George and your wife proud with this.
LOVE THIS!!!!❤
One of my all time favorite songs.
How beautiful!!!I can tell you all love to sing and play....never stop!!!!! I love this song.
Oh, too bad have loved his songs since he came oon the scene many years ago
I use to have this on cassette iwore this tape out excellent cd igotta but this again and crank it up this cd makes me feel good makes me think of partying and good food oh yeah 😎
Thanks for dropping by.
Man, That is just too damn good.
In our hearts you'll be forever😢😢😢
thankfully there is a good rendition of this on youtube.
I know the feeling! Thank you for coming!
thanks for this song. i had it on a tape years ago and lost it. it used to be my favorite!!! here it is, thank you for taking the time to post it. by the comments, i'm not the only one!!!