I feel like it's not my story to share, but I have an uncle who is going through alzheimers right now. He loved to sing Neil Diamond songs. My cousin captured a video of him singing this song in the state of his dementia. It just broke my heart because I know he's still in there, even if lost to the people he used to know and love. The lyrics of, "I am lost and I can't even say why", just broke me.
So true honey. When I had a wife of 28 years who cheated on me, a girlfriend of 4 years who walked out on me, and another who dumped me after a month and went with a guy with loads of money you understand how hard life can be at 58. 😪😔
Derrick Powell: THIS....Black Woman....is with you!! However, a certain mood has to come over me--like the way I'm feeling today(3/20/20)--for me to play songs like this!! Normally I am into Gen Z's music; strange I know, but, I guess that's what happens when you are a woman of my years who SADLY never had the responsibility of a family.
Name me one person in the history of life who's not had self doubt or crisis of identity in this cold world and cried out in their very inner soul " I am I cried"! This is a human anthem!
I was in a band with my best buddies. We weren't famous, but we had some followers. I had a pretty girlfriend, a nice car, some money, and yet I was so empty and lonely - sort of like Neil Diamond. Then I saw a movie about Jesus. I walked onto a church lawn one night and I asked to meet Christ. I know it sounds crazy, but "This is eternal life, that you know God and Jesus Christ Whom He has sent." I lost it all: girlfriend, band, car, money - but I am friends with Christ and I could not be happier!
***** Hi. You were 'born again?' Did you tell people you know Jesus personally? Did you lie? I do know Jesus. You were a tare among the wheat, a false convert, a wolf in sheep clothing. I hope you get to know Christ. Sin might seem fun for a season, but what does it profit to gain the whole world and lose your soul?
Did you see the movie THE JAZZ SINGER? It's a story about Neil Diamond's life. He is Jewish and learned WHO the "I AM" was before he could walk. The I AM is the ALMIGHTY GOD. In my opinion, Neil was crying out to God in his loneliness. In the movie, I didn't understand why it broke his father's heart to see Neil make the decisions he was making but that was bc I watched it before I became born again (John 3:3-8). It wasn't until after I became born again, (in other words after I repented, was born of the water (by immersion in the name of Jesus for the remission of my sin) and was born of the Spirit (God filled me with the Holy Ghost and I spoke in tongues) (Acts 2:38), that i learned many things from the Bible regarding the Jewish Nation and was fully able to understand both Neil and his father. Yes, God gave Neil much talent but He also gave him a free will, just as He has given to every one of us. Just a side note: when we are born again, the blood of Jesus is applied to our life so that we can be redeemed back to God. In Deuteronomy 6:4 it says: "Hear O'Israel the Lord our God is one Lord… So the God of the Old Testament is simply the Jesus of the New.
❤️ Neil Diamond is not only an awesome composer singer, but also a rare and genuine mensch (extraordinarily decent person). God bless you and your loved ones! 🤗
This is the song I want played at my funeral I am like the frog who dreamed of being a king cause I am a transexual and it has been a great life that I've lived I never dreamed it would be this good farewell to all until we meet again goodbye
I had a wonderful English teacher in jr high that loved Neil Diamond. He brought his records for us to hear on Fridays. I enjoyed all the classes I had with MR Chick. He introduced me to a whole world of music and literature. He has since passed but I'll never forget him. Rip Warren Chick.
The most memorable thing I remember about Neil Diamond is him being on American Idol and giving his input to the new talent. But when he performed his 96-year-old mother sat right in front and was just beaming with pride. Loved it!
I just celebrated the first anniversary of my father’s passing and this song was a favorite of his. Never really understood why he loved it so much but today I did. It described what he felt in more ways than one. Thank you for sharing this song with us❤
It described what I think we all feel sometimes. Alone and not knowing what to do about it. Sorry to hear about your poppa, we all know that someday they'll be gone but it's never easy to accept when it comes true.
Never truly listened to all the words, until today!! What a beautiful sad song of loneliness.. Most if not all people can relate to this.. Thanks Neil Diamond for your beautiful transparency in this powerful and moving song ..
@@celinerichards131 You are welcome. I've lost both of my parents. I didn't really even get along with them. Troubled childhood. But despite everything they were still my parents and I loved them.
I dedicate this song to my late mother Ms. Gloria Van Cooten 1935 - 2004. Thank you mum for introducing me to a variety of genres and great music in general. I miss you so much. Until we meet again. 💕
When I was teen I was was working at a clothing shop and the owner listened to Neil Diamond all day long. I had the chance too see him a few years ago and I was so overwhelmed that I cried te entire concert
Neil wrote this Song in a time in his Life where he was not to sure where to take his career in Music.. A time of searching.. What a Breathtaking Piece of Music and the Rest is History.. I Lived and Loved the 70's and literally wore out Neil Diamond on 8-Tracks
I'm feeling these lyrics more than ever during this time of self-isolation and quarantine. Three weeks thus far, and it looks like further quarantines may be issued in the future. I'm really missing human interactions. Thanks, Neil for all the beauty and wonder your music and voice have added to all our lives. Everyone stay safe and be well.
If you're young and healthy, have what you need and peace in your home be greatful. Many people have situations and conditions that have forced them into lockdown for to many years to count. Some people are stuck at home with abusive and argumentive partners. The poor have nothing but desperation. I wish more people would seek the truth and see how they're being manipulated. This world be a good time to do some research and listen to people speaking the truth. Senator Dr Scott Jensen exposed an internal document telling doctors to label ALL deaths as Covid 19. It's right here on RUclips. Search:. Show your local hospital.... they're empty! So why is a Microsoft engineer an expert on vaccines? Do you know anything about Event 201? Do you understand what ID2020 really is? Maybe you should watch some footage of the event to better understand what's happening and that it's not going to end soon. Listen to Richie from Boston. He's been warning us for years!! He doesn't say anything without proof & shows documents. Nicholson 1968 would be a great wake up channel. Do you listen to any of the press briefings? No Presidential seal on the podium. Yellow fringed flag........ maybe look up what that means but is not being said.
@@patrickbone6171 Thanks, man. It's a little better after returning to work, but outside of work, we are told to stay indoors and away from people for longer still. I can see it's really getting to people everywhere. And people are now nervous about being near others. Things will never be the same, that's for sure. Sadly I've read of several cases where people couldn't handle the fear of catching Covid-19 or the stress of isolation or primarily online-only interaction with people and took their own lives. Two recent cases I read was a teenage girl so afraid of getting sick from the constant fear-porn on the news, that she killed herself over it. Another was a 12-year-old boy that couldn't deal with being cut off entirely from his friends, and when his PC broke, and he had no peers to communicate with, he too chose a permanent solution to a temporary problem. It's so sad. I've not seen it that bad in my area, but humans are social beings, we need social interactions to remain mentally stable, happy, and healthy. I'm sure there are many more cases of mental anguish from all this than is being reported. And many of or those are on the edge of a personal precipice after this prolonged lockdown. All of these people need prayers as well.
I get emotional EVERY TIME I hear this song. Especially over the past 5-6 years since I’ve been homeless and not in contact with my mom. I can see her singing and dancing to this song every time I hear it and it makes me miss my family so much. 😪
It may seem bad and even hopeless but this to shall pass. You'll make it and someday you're going to look back and maybe even be glad. Times like these humble and shape us, we learn compassion and empathy and appreciation for things others take for granted. I'm pretty good at picking up on things and reading between the lines. Maybe I'm wrong but something tells me your story is bigger and a major obstacle is holding you back. I think I understand more than you realize, so here's the secret to having a beautiful and successful life, do the right thing today and when tomorrow comes do the same. Soon doors start to open and real change takes place. I'm not just talking, I've been there, it's not easy but worth it and I can promise it works. Chin up, the future is yours.
You made me cry even more...as I listen to this... I'm sorry with your situation but you'll make it....just be strong Kelly...and may God take care and bless you.. May you be in contact with your mom soon.
We have the situation i know and i feel it the way you do. Be strong coz God will give you more strength and lead you to the right path. My brothers had been died already but i have to move on because i have also a family. Don" t lose hope. Someday you will be alright Kelly.
Mr. Diamond went to battle with the devil. He had a helluva drinkin' problem. Eventually, he went into isolation for nearly a year and conquered alcohol. I say he's a winner!
My too this song is me and my family I no how it feels to be somewhere YOU don't like to be and somewhere YOU love to be 💔💔💔💔💔😢😢😢😢. But all I need is MY PAPA MY YESHUA HOLY SPIRIT to guide me AND MY FAMILY PROTECT watch DIRECT BLESS SHIELD FROM ALL EVIL. AMEN AND AMEN SHALOM GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND NEIL DIAMOND HES BEEN A GREAT MAN AND A SONGWRITING I LOVE HIM..JUST A GREAT MAN GOD BLESS HIM I PRAY FOR MR. DIAMOND 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊🙏🙌🙏🙌🙏❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ I PRAY HE FEELS BETTER
I was very close to my uncle and sadly after a long brave battle with cancer he passed away. This song means so much as he loved Neil Diamond and I choice this to be played at his funeral. Miss you very much Tony....
One word...Perfection!! From my youth I have been in love with the man, the lyrics, the songs, the music, the voice. He touches my heart, my soul, my spirit.
When that came out I was 13. Had never been to America. All I knew about the States I learned from reading Marvel comics. The song made it seem an unwelcoming place - yet I instantly loved the number. Loneliness recognises no geography and I wasn't even lonely!
This song is important to me.. everytime I hear it I see my nanny who was my mommy playing this record and smiling.. most beautiful human in the world.
I'm Italian. It's so difficult to understand the lyrics. But believe me, when I understand only few words, my heart is bleeding. You all can't imagine how lucky you are to have singer and song writer like Neil Diamond and to understand what he's saying. Although, as Italian, I am lucky too for manh many songs.
I relocated from California to Washington State in 1994 with a 9 month old baby, no job, very little money and a bunch of misplaced confidence. My first few trips home I deeply felt that sense that I didn’t have roots and didn’t belong anywhere. It’s a bold, courageous and lonely thing to do, to pick up and leave.
Neil Diamond is just beautiful. His singing is just stunning!!!! His song's are like loveliness of a hawk flying so high!!!! Neil you are a wonderful man, a true artist, a true poet!!! ❤❤❤.. 🌹🌹🌹🌹.....
His greatest song in my opinion. I've been a fan since I first heard Cherry Cherry back in the 1960s. Seen him in concert three times. He's one of the greatest showman of our time.
I hear this song as a prayer to "I Am" ... its a song about those times when you are so alone that even the almighty feels far away. Such a beautiful song, such a beautiful prayer.
The Bible speaks of I am twice. Once in the Old Testament when Moses asked who should I say sent me, and God's reply was "I am" sent you. Once in the New Testament when they ask Jesus if he was the son of God he said I am.
It's that GOD ISN'T with YOU..I feel the Presents of GOD. I'm not happy where I'm at I miss ny and Florida ISN'T for me I thank GOD I feel Presents of MY PAPA MY YESHUA HOLY SPIRIT. Its just not the same when YOU leave a city where YOU came from Born and raised AND going somewhere YOU feel like YOU don't belong. Very hard to get use. To and I can't GO back. FOR HEALTH reasons. Like he said I am said I. I got an empty felling deep inside and it won't let me go..ny home but it ain't MINE no more 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😭😭😭😭😥😥😥😥😓😞😞😞😞☹☹
The great "I am" heard you. "God said to Moses, "I AM WHO I AM. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: 'I AM has sent me to you.'" ~Exodus 3:14
Miss Vicky, I heard this song on a Superbowl Commercial tonight , but when I did it instantly took me right back to my Dad listening to Neil Diamond. But more importantly "noone heard not even the chair " hit me right in the gut. My personal favorite is Forever in Blue jeans. @Also I swear like a sailor , but I'm working on it. Apparently quiting smoking Cigarettes is far easier. Who would have thought.. Lol I hope this message finds ya and all is good in your world. Timothy.
I also heard this on the Superbowl commercial and it took me back...I had to go on RUclips and listen to it! If this is the Tim Smith that I know, Congrats on quitting the smoking! The cussing sounds like you too, but will diminish with effort! Hope that you're doing well otherwise... Allen
@@allenhenderson5706 , I'm from South West Ga. If you are from that neck of the woods then yes Sir it's likely me. 35 years I smoked. Crazy it was that easy to quit. I'm working on the Cursing , Hand it God. Like did the rest of the muck in my life. I don't know if it was being born in New Jersey or just working in the electrical trade but it's a awful habit and one I'm trying to put behind me. Anyhow I hope ya know ya. I like reconnecting with folks in my life. Lol , that is as long as they are on the right path in life. It was a very painful Journey for me to normal slightly normal. So id like to keep it that way and add to it.
Remembering road trips listening to songs like this one, my mom’s favorites. Good times. I’d love to go back there. I miss my loved ones who I’ve lost along the way.
I hope we can see some great tributes to Mr Diamond now, right now while he's still around us. Let's( America) not only pay the tributes to him when he goes to Heaven(Rock & Roll Heaven)!!
This song has opened my heart so many times...lucky enough to see him perform twice in my life, think what draws me most, besides his beautiful face, is that he writes his own stuff, this man has so much inside, what an inner life! And this is one of my favorite ❤️
Probably one of the most underrated singer/songwriters of all time! The lyrics of this song are meaningful and they tell a loving story of life. Incredibly beautiful song!
Neil Diamond was always a brilliant song writer. Imo he is one of the all time best writers in the music business. It is hard to believe that he began his career just writing great songs for other artists to record. He wouldn't sing his own songs because he thought he had a bad singing voice. Lol I'm glad he changed his mind and started singing. There is something about Neil Diamond's voice along with his lyrics that make his songs much better than when other singers sing them. Neil Diamond gives his music feeling and often sends chills up your spine, gives you goose bumps, or makes a tear roll down your cheek. Nobody makes great music like this anymore. Rock on Neil!
Totally agree. No one can do his songs justice. Saw him in concert twice, the last time being a decade ago and his voice would still make your hairs stand on end and give you chills. Such a shame no really good singers of their own accord out there today. Love Neil Diamond.
Been a Neil Diamond fan for many years. Learned something new re that he was not happy with his singing voice. Thanks for sharing this Frank Anthus Davis III.
I AM is who God refers himself too and being jewish Neil Diamond knew Gods name 'I AM' and here he is in this song crying out to God and God is not answering him, which is truly sad. I do hope he continues to search out God with all his heart and lean not on his own understanding and accept what Christ did on the Cross for him. Trust me he will never be lonely again. Having a mum that enjoyed listening to Neil Diamond..his songs designate with me. I do hope he finds the truth. Prayers!
Jesus Christ is the only to be with I am no other way, because Jesus Christ is I am, . I am the way the truth the life !!. Jesus is coming back soon, the world needs to know , and believe , I'm not trying to tell people what too do, the answer,s are all the bible both in old testament and new testament. God bless you all!!!
This was the song we laid my mum to rest to.in 2005.... I was 23 and she was 52, she died of epilepsy 😔 I miss her sooo much. Got an 8 year old daughter now who will never know her nanna. Cherish every moment people 💕💕💕💕
This song really hits my heart. I am NYC born and raised, but had to move to NJ for a job opportunity. So when he says LA...I say JERSEY. And it's perfect because he talks about being lost between two shores...I say...nowadays I'm lost here down the shore. This song is just perfect. I will always be a NEW YORKER. My dream is to move back home in the house I grew up in. Buying it from whoever owns it now by making them an offer they couldn't refuse $$$$$$$. Nothing against Jersey, I have all respect for every one of our states in this nation...but I belong back home, I was born to live in NEW YORK.
This is how it feels for me-grew up in NJ and then moved to CA-miss NJ but it isn't home anymore, but now with all these fires, my CA is sadder and sadder for me. Hard to feel at home anywhere now. I am I said...
I am from NJ also and relocated to Ky. NJ is where it all was for me till I turned 20. The now ex wanted to move. I am glad it worked out as such. But.......
Sarah and family , I was born in New Jersey myself. However we moved to the South around me turning 8 .. 1st to Tennessee and then to South West Georgia. I was born on Fort Momath and we lived in Point Pleasant.
Scottish Protestant, but I recall first movie I watched with my mum, Jazz Singer, and her tears. Big fan since then, tho I was 7 at the time, Diamond, Simon, Garfunkel, Bowie, Mercury. those are my boys and may she RIP
Im from Europe and everybody knows Neil Diamond, certainly from my ages. I listen to his songs recently and his songs realy touches my heart and soul. I love to listen !! God gave him this special gift!!. Thank you Neil.
I still have N. Diamond's records and albums -- my favorite song is Red, Red Wine. A great era of music and I'm thankful I was a part of it. Today's America, isn't how our nation once was.... So many migrants, Illegals, gangs, drugs, etc., wasn't my America growing up.
So sorry to hear of your loss and I lost my partner just under 6 years ago but I find strength in this song by the greatest singer song writer of our time, I have to play this each day as it gives me strength.it’s 50 years since he wrote it and still a classic and my favourite of Neil’s beautiful music.💎💎💎
I was a fan of Neil Diamond since I was a 13 year old girl. I am now 65 and am still a fan. If I am not mistaken he wrote this song due to the traveling back and forth to the west coast cause he was from NYC and he felt a bit lost in the transient between the 2 coasts. He is such a wonderful composer and vocalist.
May 1981... flying (for me) 1st time to the USA with TWA. AMS-LHR-NYC-LAX... a long way in the plane... listening all the time to all the music of Neil Diamond.... unforgettable! Thank you Neil, I still love the USA!!! Your songs make me always thinking back of my 1st time going there...
My Mom was like this a lot. She liked Neil Diamond and this song. She never seemed to find her way in life after all us kids grew up. RIP Mom, I hope you found your way.
Silver Back - I think XTRMNTR missed the point! Maybe they are not old enough to hear or how it touches everyone differently!? I was around when Neil Diamond released this beautiful song as well as all of his others. As I grew older & raised my family a lot of songs from the mid-sixty's to the early-eighty's took on a new meaning for me. This is one of them! 💓🎼
@@karengrimmett6441 I agree, when someone says I don't belong it means the times has gone by so fast and new things have arrived and no one cares about the past but I was blown away when he/she said a dumb thing.
I can listen to this over and over and never tire of it. So powerful and takes me back to my carefree teen years. How I so long to go back to those days..
I never cared for the sound of being alone. Personally, this is his best song. This one stands above the rest for the lyrics alone. I never cared for the sound of being alone. A statement within a statement.
What a genius, and a breathtaking string arrangement (Tom Catalano, I believe). I hope that brilliant artists like this really do realize what pleasure and growth they have produced for their mega-millions of fans over the decades.
I am dedicating this song to my aunt chris, it has only been one year since you passed away but it seems like it was yesterday, but for me it seems like I was just sitting in your kitchen just talking to you about building you a deck for your camper. and now you have been called home to be with the good lord. for me it still hurts me very much deep inside that you are not here for me to call and say hi how are you doing. I do miss our talks that we use to have and all of the good advice that you have given me over the years. I will always remember all of the fun that we had when we went camping over the years as well. I know that you would tell me not to dwell on your passing and to go on with life. but I wanted you to know that you had the greatest impact in my life over the years. and I have always thought of you as a mom and always will. thank you for helping to raise me and take care of me. love you always. your nephew angelo
angelo hawley Too statements that beg an answer and is pain to get none is "I Am I Said" to no one there and "Why aren't you with me now?" and no response can come . . . . for now. I am sorry for your loss.
We played " This Could be the Last Time" and when this song came out later it mirrored our feeling. 101st ABN 1st Battalion 327 ABN ,HQ&HQ Company,Recon FO. My wife of forty four years Loves Neil Diamond, still.
I loved Niel Diamonds music. 77yrs old and this was one of my favorites. I just realized if he heard the voice of THE GREAT I AM and listened the emptiness would have been filled. But maybein later years .....
My all time favorite top three songs I've ever heard. I'd love to see Neil Diamond live in concert. It's okay, Neil! You're still AWESOME in my book! Thank you for creating so many melodies that I was able to attach many great memories!
I am so blessed. My niece flew me from Idaho to Denver where she had an amazing week planned for us. One of her treats was a Neil Diamond Concert at the Pepsi Center on New Years Eve. I so loved Neil Diamond already so that was so Special..I shall never forget! I have not got to see in concert most of the musicians I Love but I did get to see Neil Diamond! 😊❤
Gemarkeerde reactie Gerrit Veldhuisen Neil Diamond was in 1977, four days on Tour in Netherland.there were problems with the Hammond organ (117 Volt America-Europe 220 Volt) I'm approached by Lou van Rees Management for a solution to my Hammond Rent.After four days I got my B3 Hammond returned with Fire spots of Cigarettes.It frustrated me.They have me removed me from the Neil Diamond Fan Club because I had this listed on their site.Never Excuse of Neil Diamond
When I hear this classic gem, I feel my father's depth,though he had a hard time expressing it,this song ,that he loved,told me a lot about him,that he couldn't say. Thank You Neil..... And, Thank You Dad! ✌️😌👍🌈🌈🌈🌈✨✨✨✨✨✨✨
God. I. Miss. Listening. To. Neil. Diamond, This. Is. My. Favorite. Song. , Mann, I. Was. Amazed. & blown. Away. Of. His. Performance. Yes. Ago. When. I. Saw. Him. In. Concert. What. A. blessed. Memory
This song had a huge impact on society at the time it came out. It was on the radio constantly. Diamond released it in 1971 when we were immersed in the Vietnam War, the continual bombing of Laos, Civil Rights movements, et al. Even though that was the year of the pull out, no one knew. I was in high school then waiting to be drafted like everyone else as we watched the war live on TV every night. It was a very depressing time. We would leave home on the weekends to drink and do what high school kids did then, mostly as they do now. But at that time in history we were very aware and conversations were not squelched due to ‘politically correct’ constraints. We talked. We demonstrated. We were, we thought, primarily ignored. Although the song itself had nothing to do with these events which is obvious when you listen to the words, the impact was far more broad due to the destruction of society at that time. What was most interesting to watch was the reaction of your friends in a car or at someone’s house. We could be at a party and the song came on. Silence. If you watched out of the corner of your eye, you could see teared-up eyes. The song hit us hard as friends continued to come back in body bags. Society has not changed. It’s still the same. The song is missing now. So is Neil - DJ
Hunahpu4422 It was so enjoyable reading your words. I remember the time well as my Dad was a pilot in Vietnam. I was only 12 years old and didn't understand what the war was all about, but I do remember the riots and protests happening around us and the fear and sadness watching my Dad leave us for not only 1 tour in Vietnam but two!
Seems to me you just may be on the right track about understanding this piece of music. I like many have always had a special place in my hart and life when hearing and trying to interpret what he was getting at. After all these years I believe it is still about what is going on, on this big blue marble. Peace and long life to you sir....
Get em Neil ! my Moms had won a radio contest when I was little she got to pick every album made by any artist Guess who she picked ? She has Good taste in music it was Neil and Elvis in high rotation at my house and I still listen to them my neighbors are becoming fans because my speakers go to 11 !
I feel like it's not my story to share, but I have an uncle who is going through alzheimers right now. He loved to sing Neil Diamond songs. My cousin captured a video of him singing this song in the state of his dementia. It just broke my heart because I know he's still in there, even if lost to the people he used to know and love. The lyrics of, "I am lost and I can't even say why", just broke me.
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If there was ever a song that explained what loneliness feels like, this is it really. Great song
Your do right lost my mum znd dad 5mths apart 2021
Kelly u ain't alone god 🙏 bless you
So true honey. When I had a wife of 28 years who cheated on me, a girlfriend of 4 years who walked out on me, and another who dumped me after a month and went with a guy with loads of money you understand how hard life can be at 58. 😪😔
God I'm 64 with nothing to offer , but 16 in heart, how friggin sad
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This black guy loves Neil Diamond's music! Who's with me in 2020? 2021...2022!
anybody with working ears,Derrick...................
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I in Amsterdam Derrick and thinking of all who are suffering the corona virus ! Quick recovery wishes to all good people.
Derrick Powell: THIS....Black Woman....is with you!! However, a certain mood has to come over me--like the way I'm feeling today(3/20/20)--for me to play songs like this!! Normally I am into Gen Z's music; strange I know, but, I guess that's what happens when you are a woman of my years who SADLY never had the responsibility of a family.
@@cocoafemme47 So sorry Cocoa.
I'm homeless in a tent on a beach on the north coast of Ireland and I really feel this song exactly explains me amazing song writing
God bless you. HE IS the great I AM.
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Name me one person in the history of life who's not had self doubt or crisis of identity in this cold world and cried out in their very inner soul " I am I cried"! This is a human anthem!
Absofuckinlutely my brother and sister.
You sir,Are a poet. Who obvious is inspired by this musical genious. The homage you pay too Neil speaks for itself.
Amen
Darrell check out Paul Taylor cover
Check out Paul Taylor busker cover of this
My Dad just passed and he loved Neil Diamond...this was his favorite song..I'm playing it for him at his service
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RIP, mate ♥️
Must have loved your father a lot. Nice of you to dedicate this song to him.
Sorry about your father. I'm touched by this though. From one -ski to another, I wish you well.
Anybody get emotional listening to this Neil Diamond song?
If you don'tyou have no soul..............
He has a gift
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Neil Diamond is one of the greatest singers of all time,he has a great voice
Hello Anne, how are things going with you?
Most great singers have great voices.
I was in a band with my best buddies. We weren't famous, but we had some followers. I had a pretty girlfriend, a nice car, some money, and yet I was so empty and lonely - sort of like Neil Diamond. Then I saw a movie about Jesus. I walked onto a church lawn one night and I asked to meet Christ. I know it sounds crazy, but "This is eternal life, that you know God and Jesus Christ Whom He has sent." I lost it all: girlfriend, band, car, money - but I am friends with Christ and I could not be happier!
***** Hi. You were 'born again?' Did you tell people you know Jesus personally? Did you lie?
I do know Jesus. You were a tare among the wheat, a false convert, a wolf in sheep clothing.
I hope you get to know Christ. Sin might seem fun for a season, but what does it profit to gain the whole world and lose your soul?
Did you see the movie THE JAZZ SINGER? It's a story about Neil Diamond's life. He is Jewish and learned WHO the "I AM" was before he could walk. The I AM is the ALMIGHTY GOD. In my opinion, Neil was crying out to God in his loneliness. In the movie, I didn't understand why it broke his father's heart to see Neil make the decisions he was making but that was bc I watched it before I became born again (John 3:3-8). It wasn't until after I became born again, (in other words after I repented, was born of the water (by immersion in the name of Jesus for the remission of my sin) and was born of the Spirit (God filled me with the Holy Ghost and I spoke in tongues) (Acts 2:38), that i learned many things from the Bible regarding the Jewish Nation and was fully able to understand both Neil and his father. Yes, God gave Neil much talent but He also gave him a free will, just as He has given to every one of us. Just a side note: when we are born again, the blood of Jesus is applied to our life so that we can be redeemed back to God. In Deuteronomy 6:4 it says: "Hear O'Israel the Lord our God is one Lord… So the God of the Old Testament is simply the Jesus of the New.
❤ praised be to God!
Well said my friend
Good for you buddy
❤️ Neil Diamond is not only an awesome composer singer, but also a rare and genuine mensch (extraordinarily decent person). God bless you and your loved ones! 🤗
Shalom
This is the song I want played at my funeral I am like the frog who dreamed of being a king cause I am a transexual and it has been a great life that I've lived I never dreamed it would be this good farewell to all until we meet again goodbye
I had a wonderful English teacher in jr high that loved Neil Diamond. He brought his records for us to hear on Fridays. I enjoyed all the classes I had with MR Chick. He introduced me to a whole world of music and literature.
He has since passed but I'll never forget him. Rip Warren Chick.
Hello Darlene, how are you doing?
He sounds like a very cool teacher.
What a wonderful teacher! ❤
There are some songs that can never die and this Neil Dimond is one of them .
It's arguable whether this is Neil's best song but this is certainly his deepest. Lot of symbolism and imagery.
I always thought this was his absolute best, but I could never figure out why everyone didn’t agree……….
Hello, is his best 👌 but this is also beautiful
Yes, I agree!
Talking about symbolism; I wondered if this was like a prayer because the Bible calls God "the great I AM."
@@appaloosagirl1 I always play this with Brooklyn Roads
Neil is one of the greatest!!!!!!!!
He is the greatest
Took 4 months to write as he was going through a divorce. Brilliant artist
Your 💯 percent Correct......one of the greatest singers ever....
@@paulacromer2360......O yes he is
Love his voice. And the song makes me cry almost every time I listen to it. So emotional and sad.
The most memorable thing I remember about Neil Diamond is him being on American Idol and giving his input to the new talent. But when he performed his 96-year-old mother sat right in front and was just beaming with pride. Loved it!
Where can I find this ?
@@olgaescobedo5407 ruclips.net/video/PQ-P0m__kSI/видео.html
Yeah pls. where.?
:)))) that sounds beautiful
Song gives me goose bumps. Beautiful arrangement, voice and style.
So true!
Absolutely!
I just celebrated the first anniversary of my father’s passing and this song was a favorite of his.
Never really understood why he loved it so much but today I did. It described what he felt in more ways than one.
Thank you for sharing this song with us❤
It described what I think we all feel sometimes. Alone and not knowing what to do about it. Sorry to hear about your poppa, we all know that someday they'll be gone but it's never easy to accept when it comes true.
Never truly listened to all the words, until today!! What a beautiful sad song of loneliness..
Most if not all people can relate to this.. Thanks Neil Diamond for your beautiful transparency in this powerful and moving song ..
@@WickedPrince3Dthank you for your sentiments
@@celinerichards131 You are welcome. I've lost both of my parents. I didn't really even get along with them. Troubled childhood. But despite everything they were still my parents and I loved them.
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I love every song Neil sings. His voice is mesmerizing. I’ve listened to him for many many years. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
He's also Jesus Crist abstery both are jewish
Ksmex
Saddest song I have ever heard
@@julieashton6220 my Used to cry MUCHO UNTIL I HAVE BOUGHT A CHINESE SHITZU NOW LEARNING MANDARINE
Likewise
I love, love to hear this man sing. He has a voice that cannot be forgotten. His music takes me back to another time!!!
Niel is history! No other singer will match his style and voice !!
I agree, my friend what amazing voice.
Sexy deep voice love love his music
silly nilly1234 love him his voice
I am I cried I am said I my true story
I can listen to his songs daily and do most days Can’t say that about anyone else. His music has meaning!!❤
I feel the same!
I could say that about me! (I actually sing this song at Karaoke )!😊
Me too ❤
2 years in severe depression and loneliness. How can this describe my life I'm still amazed
X2
Hope you're feeling better now. Big hug from Belgium!❤
Find the help you need, brother. God Bless.
A pray for you. Hope you feeling better.
❤️
Hope you found your way out 💛
nobody could ever put loneliness, gripping, relentless inside you into music as this man could do..,
magnificent!
Well said mate.
Ein wunderschönes Lied, auch Jahrzehnte später. Löst tiefste Sehnsüchte und Wehmut aus. Danke 🖤❤️💛
I dedicate this song to my late mother
Ms. Gloria Van Cooten 1935 - 2004.
Thank you mum for introducing me to a variety of genres and great music in general.
I miss you so much. Until we meet again. 💕
Hello Kay, how are things going with you?
Hey buddy we're here to help you get through it.
im a 46 year old welder and I've seen this cat in concert 3 times. LEGEND!
When I was teen I was was working at a clothing shop and the owner listened to Neil Diamond all day long. I had the chance too see him a few years ago and I was so overwhelmed that I cried te entire concert
Good story…
Neil is one of the greatest and one of the most appreciated songwriters and songsters to ever live
One of the greatest voices of all time.
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Huh?
what about bob: there are two kinds of people--those that like Neil Diamond and those that don't... I do
I like
Neil wrote this Song in a time in his Life where he was not to sure where to take his career in Music.. A time of searching.. What a Breathtaking Piece of Music and the Rest is History.. I Lived and Loved the 70's and literally wore out Neil Diamond on 8-Tracks
Makes me think where has all the good music gone ,i grew up in the 70s a great time to be young.
Neil is a true musical artist. I adore him.
I almost duplicate this song when I sing it
I love this song specially the melody
I'm feeling these lyrics more than ever during this time of self-isolation and quarantine. Three weeks thus far, and it looks like further quarantines may be issued in the future. I'm really missing human interactions. Thanks, Neil for all the beauty and wonder your music and voice have added to all our lives. Everyone stay safe and be well.
If you're young and healthy, have what you need and peace in your home be greatful. Many people have situations and conditions that have forced them into lockdown for to many years to count. Some people are stuck at home with abusive and argumentive partners. The poor have nothing but desperation.
I wish more people would seek the truth and see how they're being manipulated.
This world be a good time to do some research and listen to people speaking the truth. Senator Dr Scott Jensen exposed an internal document telling doctors to label ALL deaths as Covid 19. It's right here on RUclips. Search:. Show your local hospital.... they're empty! So why is a Microsoft engineer an expert on vaccines? Do you know anything about Event 201? Do you understand what ID2020 really is? Maybe you should watch some footage of the event to better understand what's happening and that it's not going to end soon.
Listen to Richie from Boston. He's been warning us for years!! He doesn't say anything without proof & shows documents. Nicholson 1968 would be a great wake up channel.
Do you listen to any of the press briefings? No Presidential seal on the podium. Yellow fringed flag........ maybe look up what that means but is not being said.
Im too
YZJY hold on in there, prove to yourself thoughts and prayers
@@patrickbone6171 Thanks, man. It's a little better after returning to work, but outside of work, we are told to stay indoors and away from people for longer still. I can see it's really getting to people everywhere. And people are now nervous about being near others. Things will never be the same, that's for sure. Sadly I've read of several cases where people couldn't handle the fear of catching Covid-19 or the stress of isolation or primarily online-only interaction with people and took their own lives. Two recent cases I read was a teenage girl so afraid of getting sick from the constant fear-porn on the news, that she killed herself over it. Another was a 12-year-old boy that couldn't deal with being cut off entirely from his friends, and when his PC broke, and he had no peers to communicate with, he too chose a permanent solution to a temporary problem. It's so sad. I've not seen it that bad in my area, but humans are social beings, we need social interactions to remain mentally stable, happy, and healthy. I'm sure there are many more cases of mental anguish from all this than is being reported. And many of or those are on the edge of a personal precipice after this prolonged lockdown. All of these people need prayers as well.
1:47 best part
I get emotional EVERY TIME I hear this song. Especially over the past 5-6 years since I’ve been homeless and not in contact with my mom. I can see her singing and dancing to this song every time I hear it and it makes me miss my family so much. 😪
I'm sorry that you've fallen on hard times. My heart goes out to you. I very recently lost my mom and I'm so happy when I hear Neil.
It may seem bad and even hopeless but this to shall pass. You'll make it and someday you're going to look back and maybe even be glad. Times like these humble and shape us, we learn compassion and empathy and appreciation for things others take for granted. I'm pretty good at picking up on things and reading between the lines. Maybe I'm wrong but something tells me your story is bigger and a major obstacle is holding you back. I think I understand more than you realize, so here's the secret to having a beautiful and successful life, do the right thing today and when tomorrow comes do the same. Soon doors start to open and real change takes place. I'm not just talking, I've been there, it's not easy but worth it and I can promise it works. Chin up, the future is yours.
I feel for you so sorry please try and be strong we do care and love 💝💝💛💛😇😇😇
You made me cry even more...as I listen to this... I'm sorry with your situation but you'll make it....just be strong Kelly...and may God take care and bless you.. May you be in contact with your mom soon.
We have the situation i know and i feel it the way you do. Be strong coz God will give you more strength and lead you to the right path. My brothers had been died already but i have to move on because i have also a family. Don" t lose hope. Someday you will be alright Kelly.
Mr. Diamond went to battle with the devil. He had a helluva drinkin' problem. Eventually, he went into isolation for nearly a year and conquered alcohol. I say he's a winner!
Mr neil diamond has done some fine songs but this is my favourite very powerful stuff .
My too this song is me and my family I no how it feels to be somewhere YOU don't like to be and somewhere YOU love to be 💔💔💔💔💔😢😢😢😢. But all I need is MY PAPA MY YESHUA HOLY SPIRIT to guide me AND MY FAMILY PROTECT watch DIRECT BLESS SHIELD FROM ALL EVIL. AMEN AND AMEN SHALOM GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND NEIL DIAMOND HES BEEN A GREAT MAN AND A SONGWRITING I LOVE HIM..JUST A GREAT MAN GOD BLESS HIM I PRAY FOR MR. DIAMOND 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊🙏🙌🙏🙌🙏❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ I PRAY HE FEELS BETTER
This one and Morningside..................
tied with " morningside" real tearjerker....but ALL his stuff is phenominal.................
Agree - this one and Morningside and Play Me.
@@grahamrowley8393 my favorites as well.....are you one of my Canadian cousins?
This song makes me cry. Neil Diamond sings with pure emotion.
Hello there, how are things going with you?
I love this beautiful song so much with this great voice. Thank you NeilDiamond.🥰😍❤
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I was very close to my uncle and sadly after a long brave battle with cancer he passed away. This song means so much as he loved Neil Diamond and I choice this to be played at his funeral. Miss you very much Tony....
One word...Perfection!! From my youth I have been in love with the man, the lyrics, the songs, the music, the voice. He touches my heart, my soul, my spirit.
I simply love the song
When that came out I was 13. Had never been to America. All I knew about the States I learned from reading Marvel comics. The song made it seem an unwelcoming place - yet I instantly loved the number. Loneliness recognises no geography and I wasn't even lonely!
This song is important to me.. everytime I hear it I see my nanny who was my mommy playing this record and smiling.. most beautiful human in the world.
Hello Jennifer, how are you doing?
Oh yes you can feel the emotion when he sings
I just love..love..love this song....beautifully sung...his voice just fits into it...tq
It's a deep song it makes you very very emotional especially when you're alone
I'm Italian. It's so difficult to understand the lyrics.
But believe me, when I understand only few words, my heart is bleeding.
You all can't imagine how lucky you are to have singer and song writer like Neil Diamond and to understand what he's saying.
Although, as Italian, I am lucky too for manh many songs.
Remembering those glorious days before cell phones, computers, Rap, & hatred, tattoos send me back in time dear lord
I could put this song on replay and listen to it all night. His voice, the lyrics, the music; Perfect.
Class of 77 smile God luvs ya
This is way deeper than most realize. I love it. it touches my innermost being
Back when music had deeper meaning. I grew up in the wrong generation
love his music transforms me
Katie......that's it...Neil's songs truly touch your soul......deep down.....
@@talontd3727 That's sad because you will never have what we had...Sorry...Joe D....
Have you met your innermost being?
I relocated from California to Washington State in 1994 with a 9 month old baby, no job, very little money and a bunch of misplaced confidence.
My first few trips home I deeply felt that sense that I didn’t have roots and didn’t belong anywhere.
It’s a bold, courageous and lonely thing to do, to pick up and leave.
To compose "I am, I said" one must have a spark of genius and that sums it up
This is even more beautiful today, cause we need it more than ever.
One of the greatest musicians of all time
He is up there for sure. John martyn as well
Neil Diamond is just beautiful. His singing is just stunning!!!! His song's are like loveliness of a hawk flying so high!!!! Neil you are a wonderful man, a true artist, a true poet!!! ❤❤❤.. 🌹🌹🌹🌹.....
Hello Cynthia, how are you doing?
His greatest song in my opinion. I've been a fan since I first heard Cherry Cherry back in the 1960s. Seen him in concert three times. He's one of the greatest showman of our time.
I hear this song as a prayer to "I Am" ... its a song about those times when you are so alone that even the almighty feels far away. Such a beautiful song, such a beautiful prayer.
He's still right there with you ;)
The Bible speaks of I am twice. Once in the Old Testament when Moses asked who should I say sent me, and God's reply was "I am" sent you. Once in the New Testament when they ask Jesus if he was the son of God he said I am.
I love this interpretation of this song. Beautiful
It's that GOD ISN'T with YOU..I feel the Presents of GOD. I'm not happy where I'm at I miss ny and Florida ISN'T for me I thank GOD I feel Presents of MY PAPA MY YESHUA HOLY SPIRIT. Its just not the same when YOU leave a city where YOU came from Born and raised AND going somewhere YOU feel like YOU don't belong. Very hard to get use. To and I can't GO back. FOR HEALTH reasons. Like he said I am said I. I got an empty felling deep inside and it won't let me go..ny home but it ain't MINE no more 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😭😭😭😭😥😥😥😥😓😞😞😞😞☹☹
I concur!
The great "I am" heard you.
"God said to Moses, "I AM WHO I AM. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: 'I AM has sent me to you.'" ~Exodus 3:14
Thank you for dropping "the jewels" in the comments.
very nice, this also came to my mind ....
Miss Vicky,
I heard this song on a Superbowl Commercial tonight , but when I did it instantly took me right back to my Dad listening to Neil Diamond.
But more importantly "noone heard not even the chair " hit me right in the gut.
My personal favorite is Forever in Blue jeans.
@Also I swear like a sailor , but I'm working on it. Apparently quiting smoking Cigarettes is far easier. Who would have thought.. Lol
I hope this message finds ya and all is good in your world.
Timothy.
I also heard this on the Superbowl commercial and it took me back...I had to go on RUclips and listen to it!
If this is the Tim Smith that I know, Congrats on quitting the smoking! The cussing sounds like you too, but will diminish with effort! Hope that you're doing well otherwise...
Allen
@@allenhenderson5706 ,
I'm from South West Ga. If you are from that neck of the woods then yes Sir it's likely me. 35 years I smoked. Crazy it was that easy to quit. I'm working on the Cursing , Hand it God. Like did the rest of the muck in my life. I don't know if it was being born in New Jersey or just working in the electrical trade but it's a awful habit and one I'm trying to put behind me. Anyhow I hope ya know ya. I like reconnecting with folks in my life. Lol , that is as long as they are on the right path in life. It was a very painful Journey for me to normal slightly normal. So id like to keep it that way and add to it.
@@allenhenderson5706 ,
I replied to you , but apparently RUclips eat the REPLY.😔 Don't be a stranger.
Timothy
I could not have complemented this song any better.
Remembering road trips listening to songs like this one, my mom’s favorites. Good times. I’d love to go back there. I miss my loved ones who I’ve lost along the way.
Listen mikey spice version it is deep
Go ahead Neil... One of the true greats.
Song still hits me right where it counts.
not bad for a jew boy from new york huh
SUCH A GREAT VOICE!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tony S t
😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😊😉😉😉😊😊😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😂😂😂🐶
The song reminds me of better times when everything was fine.
His news this week is devastating.
Music is one think. Neil Diamond is on another level. He's something completely different.
Wow!!! I was listening to his songs in the seventies and almost forgot about what a great singer his is. This song is just breathtaking!!!
I hope we can see some great tributes to Mr Diamond now, right now while he's still around us. Let's( America) not only pay the tributes to him when he goes to Heaven(Rock & Roll Heaven)!!
This song has opened my heart so many times...lucky enough to see him perform twice in my life, think what draws me most, besides his beautiful face, is that he writes his own stuff, this man has so much inside, what an inner life! And this is one of my favorite ❤️
Probably one of the most underrated singer/songwriters of all time! The lyrics of this song are meaningful and they tell a loving story of life. Incredibly beautiful song!
what............underrated???.........he was honered by the Kennnedy Center
Errrrrm.. you mean one of the most highly rated artists of all time?
As I sit and listen for the millionth time, the tears just come.
So much emotion, memories...
Gonna miss you terribly Neil.
Erm, he’s not dead.
Grazie Neil
Neil Diamond was always a brilliant song writer. Imo he is one of the all time best writers in the music business. It is hard to believe that he began his career just writing great songs for other artists to record. He wouldn't sing his own songs because he thought he had a bad singing voice. Lol I'm glad he changed his mind and started singing. There is something about Neil Diamond's voice along with his lyrics that make his songs much better than when other singers sing them. Neil Diamond gives his music feeling and often sends chills up your spine, gives you goose bumps, or makes a tear roll down your cheek. Nobody makes great music like this anymore. Rock on Neil!
Totally!
WalterJacksonFreeman
Totally agree. No one can do his songs justice. Saw him in concert twice, the last time being a decade ago and his voice would still make your hairs stand on end and give you chills. Such a shame no really good singers of their own accord out there today. Love Neil Diamond.
Been a Neil Diamond fan for many years. Learned something new re that he was not happy with his singing voice.
Thanks for sharing this Frank Anthus Davis III.
one word describes neil diamond .............. EXCELLENT.
I AM is who God refers himself too and being jewish Neil Diamond knew Gods name 'I AM' and here he is in this song crying out to God and God is not answering him, which is truly sad. I do hope he continues to search out God with all his heart and lean not on his own understanding and accept what Christ did on the Cross for him. Trust me he will never be lonely again. Having a mum that enjoyed listening to Neil Diamond..his songs designate with me. I do hope he finds the truth. Prayers!
Jesus Christ is the only to be with I am no other way, because Jesus Christ is I am, . I am the way the truth the life !!. Jesus is coming back soon, the world needs to know , and believe , I'm not trying to tell people what too do, the answer,s are all the bible both in old testament and new testament. God bless you all!!!
Thank You for explaining.Now that I am a senior living alone I not only still love this song but appreciate it.
This is one of my favorite songs from him, this is the first person I ever saw in concert. I was 11, I'm 41 now.
This was the song we laid my mum to rest to.in 2005.... I was 23 and she was 52, she died of epilepsy 😔 I miss her sooo much. Got an 8 year old daughter now who will never know her nanna. Cherish every moment people 💕💕💕💕
My condolences
His brilliance is mesmerizing! His songs go into my heart, mind, and soul!
There are many things I have been so grateful for in my 56 years on this planet... seeing this man in concert TWICE is one of them. ❤️👍
I'm 45. I've been to 3 concerts in my life. They were all Neil Diamond. 💎
😭 later
This song really hits my heart. I am NYC born and raised, but had to move to NJ for a job opportunity. So when he says LA...I say JERSEY. And it's perfect because he talks about being lost between two shores...I say...nowadays I'm lost here down the shore.
This song is just perfect. I will always be a NEW YORKER. My dream is to move back home in the house I grew up in. Buying it from whoever owns it now by making them an offer they couldn't refuse $$$$$$$. Nothing against Jersey, I have all respect for every one of our states in this nation...but I belong back home, I was born to live in NEW YORK.
This is how it feels for me-grew up in NJ and then moved to CA-miss NJ but it isn't home anymore, but now with all these fires, my CA is sadder and sadder for me. Hard to feel at home anywhere now. I am I said...
I am from NJ also and relocated to Ky. NJ is where it all was for me till I turned 20. The now ex wanted to move. I am glad it worked out as such. But.......
Sarah and family ,
I was born in New Jersey myself. However we moved to the South around me turning 8 .. 1st to Tennessee and then to South West Georgia. I was born on Fort Momath and we lived in Point Pleasant.
@@TimothySmith73 Paterson, Garrett Mountain area, not in the city:)
The closest thing to real magic. Musical genius.
IWas on an elevator with him in Atlanta yesatd back.
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Scottish Protestant, but I recall first movie I watched with my mum, Jazz Singer, and her tears. Big fan since then, tho I was 7 at the time, Diamond, Simon, Garfunkel, Bowie, Mercury. those are my boys and may she RIP
Η απίστευτη φωνή του NEIL ! (ΜΕ την ποιότητα , της μουσικής του και της ενορχήστρωσης...) ΕΥΧΑΡΙΣΤΌΥΜΕ !
Πράγματι ..ειναι απίστευτη η φωνή του, τα τραγούδια του πολυ με συγκινούν... Θαυμάσιος τραγουδιστής..
One of the best song writers of my lifetime. QUARANTINES not bad when you can spend time with the greatest musicians, the greatest memories.
Just Beautiful
I have good feeling within when I hear his songs from the seventies and early eighties year favorites awesome
Get it straight. He is the all time best musical artist known to mankind.
@@paulacromer2360
HaHaHa you would make a great comedienne... wait, ARE you a comedienne?
We lost Dad nearly 3 years ago, but this song will always remind me of him. 💙
Im from Europe and everybody knows Neil Diamond, certainly from my ages.
I listen to his songs recently and his songs realy touches my heart and soul. I love to listen !! God gave him this special gift!!. Thank you Neil.
What a great song, it is in my top ten of all times.
+Michael Haller
the sound makes me flying
Michael Haller me always felt. no doubt
Mine too. Happy new year.
He has 20 in the top 10
Top 5
I still have N. Diamond's records and albums -- my favorite song is Red, Red Wine. A great era of music and I'm thankful I was a part of it.
Today's America, isn't how our nation once was.... So many migrants, Illegals, gangs, drugs, etc., wasn't my America growing up.
I miss my beautiful husband who passed away last November. Was cremated & I brought him home to Massachusetts.. I love you Johnny G xoxoxox
So sorry to hear of your loss and I lost my partner just under 6 years ago but I find strength in this song by the greatest singer song writer of our time, I have to play this each day as it gives me strength.it’s 50 years since he wrote it and still a classic and my favourite of Neil’s beautiful music.💎💎💎
Saw his concert in California Christmas 1997 and was so happy. I love all his songs. Wanna see him again.
Anyone else’s dad uses to listen to ND? Always brings me back...
One of my favourite songs of all time. Thank you Neil Diamond!
I was a fan of Neil Diamond since I was a 13 year old girl. I am now 65 and am still a fan. If I am not mistaken he wrote this song due to the traveling back and forth to the west coast cause he was from NYC and he felt a bit lost in the transient between the 2 coasts. He is such a wonderful composer and vocalist.
Hello Arlene, how are you doing?
My husband and I love this song and we've been married for 30 yrs. I still pray for him when he's out in the feild till he comes HOME 💗
God bless u momma!
May 1981... flying (for me) 1st time to the USA with TWA.
AMS-LHR-NYC-LAX... a long way in the plane... listening all the time to all the music of Neil Diamond.... unforgettable!
Thank you Neil, I still love the USA!!! Your songs make me always thinking back of my 1st time going there...
I've been listening to his beautiful songs since the seventies and eighties!!!! A Truly Beautiful man!!!! "Love"
I always feel like this, the older you get the more you don't belong.
I think the older you get the more you realise you are always alone no matter who is around you.
My Mom was like this a lot. She liked Neil Diamond and this song. She never seemed to find her way in life after all us kids grew up. RIP Mom, I hope you found your way.
@XTRMNTR Are you serious!!!! LOL
Silver Back - I think XTRMNTR missed the point! Maybe they are not old enough to hear or how it touches everyone differently!? I was around when Neil Diamond released this beautiful song as well as all of his others. As I grew older & raised my family a lot of songs from the mid-sixty's to the early-eighty's took on a new meaning for me. This is one of them!
💓🎼
@@karengrimmett6441 I agree, when someone says I don't belong it means the times has gone by so fast and new things have arrived and no one cares about the past but I was blown away when he/she said a dumb thing.
I can listen to this over and over and never tire of it. So powerful and takes me back to my carefree teen years. How I so long to go back to those days..
I never cared for the sound of being alone. Personally, this is his best song. This one stands above the rest for the lyrics alone. I never cared for the sound of being alone. A statement within a statement.
Wouldn't that be nice!
Hello there, how are things going with you?
Me too! I miss those days. Life was so much simpler.
What a genius, and a breathtaking string arrangement (Tom Catalano, I believe). I hope that brilliant artists like this really do realize what pleasure and growth they have produced for their mega-millions of fans over the decades.
Tom Catalano produced the recording. The orchestral arrangement is the work of Larry Muhoberac and Marty Paich.
The cellos... so rich!!!
@@michaelbennett8393 Tremendous, info, Thanks
@@michaelbennett8393 Thank you 4 the info! 🎼🎹🎵🎙🎸🎻🎶🎹🎼This one of my favorite Neil Diamonds songs! 💓💖💝
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I am dedicating this song to my aunt chris, it has only been one year since you passed away but it seems like it was yesterday, but for me it seems like I was just sitting in your kitchen just talking to you about building you a deck for your camper. and now you have been called home to be with the good lord. for me it still hurts me very much deep inside that you are not here for me to call and say hi how are you doing. I do miss our talks that we use to have and all of the good advice that you have given me over the years. I will always remember all of the fun that we had when we went camping over the years as well. I know that you would tell me not to dwell on your passing and to go on with life. but I wanted you to know that you had the greatest impact in my life over the years. and I have always thought of you as a mom and always will. thank you for helping to raise me and take care of me. love you always. your nephew angelo
angelo hawley Too statements that beg an answer and is pain to get none is "I Am I Said" to no one there and "Why aren't you with me now?" and no response can come . . . . for now. I am sorry for your loss.
+angelo hawley im sorry for your loss, keep up, chin up kid
Heard it for the first time at Danang AB, Republic of Vietnam! It won"t let me go. Outstanding!!!!!
Man. It must have had a huge impact then. Thank you for your service
We played " This Could be the Last Time" and when this song came out later it mirrored our feeling.
101st ABN 1st Battalion 327 ABN ,HQ&HQ Company,Recon FO.
My wife of forty four years Loves Neil Diamond, still.
My grandmother used to play Neil Diamond as a kid,it brings me back.😊
Brings me back to the 70s where as a child of a single mother this song deeply touched my soul!
Single mother with 4 boys myself
I loved Niel Diamonds music. 77yrs old and this was one of my favorites. I just realized if he heard the voice of THE GREAT I AM and listened the emptiness would have been filled. But maybein later years .....
Hello Helene, how are things going with you?
"did you ever read about a frog who dreamed about being a king and then became one" what a great line!
My all time favorite top three songs I've ever heard. I'd love to see Neil Diamond live in concert. It's okay, Neil! You're still AWESOME in my book! Thank you for creating so many melodies that I was able to attach many great memories!
I am so blessed. My niece flew me from Idaho to Denver where she had an amazing week planned for us. One of her treats was a Neil Diamond Concert at the Pepsi Center on New Years Eve. I so loved Neil Diamond already so that was so Special..I shall never forget! I have not got to see in concert most of the musicians I Love but I did get to see Neil Diamond! 😊❤
A favorite of my Dad's. A favorite of mine.
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Neil Diamond was in 1977, four days on Tour in Netherland.there were problems with the Hammond organ (117 Volt America-Europe 220 Volt) I'm approached by Lou van Rees Management for a solution to my Hammond Rent.After four days I got my B3 Hammond returned with Fire spots of Cigarettes.It frustrated me.They have me removed me from the Neil Diamond Fan Club because I had this listed on their site.Never Excuse of Neil Diamond
Love that look in his eye.
When I hear this classic gem, I feel my father's depth,though he had a hard time expressing it,this song ,that he loved,told me a lot about him,that he couldn't say.
Thank You Neil.....
And, Thank You Dad!
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What a simple and yet so profound song written by Neil Diamond and like a good wine better with the years!!
One of my favorite songs by Neil Diamond! I am a huge fan of his. 💗💗
How long have you been a fan?
Me too!
God. I. Miss. Listening. To. Neil. Diamond, This. Is. My. Favorite. Song. , Mann, I. Was. Amazed. & blown. Away. Of. His. Performance. Yes. Ago. When. I. Saw. Him. In. Concert. What. A. blessed. Memory
+Edith Mcgrail Lucky woman...
This song had a huge impact on society at the time it came out. It was on the radio constantly. Diamond released it in 1971 when we were immersed in the Vietnam War, the continual bombing of Laos, Civil Rights movements, et al. Even though that was the year of the pull out, no one knew. I was in high school then waiting to be drafted like everyone else as we watched the war live on TV every night. It was a very depressing time. We would leave home on the weekends to drink and do what high school kids did then, mostly as they do now. But at that time in history we were very aware and conversations were not squelched due to ‘politically correct’ constraints. We talked. We demonstrated. We were, we thought, primarily ignored.
Although the song itself had nothing to do with these events which is obvious when you listen to the words, the impact was far more broad due to the destruction of society at that time. What was most interesting to watch was the reaction of your friends in a car or at someone’s house. We could be at a party and the song came on. Silence. If you watched out of the corner of your eye, you could see teared-up eyes. The song hit us hard as friends continued to come back in body bags. Society has not changed. It’s still the same. The song is missing now. So is Neil - DJ
Hunahpu4422 It was so enjoyable reading your words. I remember the time well as my Dad was a pilot in Vietnam. I was only 12 years old and didn't understand what the war was all about, but I do remember the riots and protests happening around us and the fear and sadness watching my Dad leave us for not only 1 tour in Vietnam but two!
Hanahpu, thanks. It's very enlightening to read people's memories from the past. And yours is quite amazing
Seems to me you just may be on the right track about understanding this piece of music. I like many have always had a special place in my hart and life when hearing and trying to interpret what he was getting at. After all these years I believe it is still about what is going on, on this big blue marble. Peace and long life to you sir....
Great symble.
Great Diamond
Get em Neil ! my Moms had won a radio contest when I was little she got to pick every album made by any artist Guess who she picked ? She has Good taste in music it was Neil and Elvis in high rotation at my house and I still listen to them my neighbors are becoming fans because my speakers go to 11 !