This song is about me, first time I heard it was in 1969 when I was 20, today I am 75 and feel like crying listening to this music...............
@bonniejenniges9626
15 күн бұрын
This was me too, 20 years old in 1969. I too feel the bitter taste of tears upon my tongue.
@RobertSilvestri86
Жыл бұрын
The older I become, the more beautiful and poignant this song by Roy becomes. Love it ‼️
@deniseceli255
Жыл бұрын
Yes I totally agree and now after husbands and lovers, I find myself alone.
@cloverenge47
Жыл бұрын
This has always been my favorite.
@nomopms1
Жыл бұрын
If we can remember this song, we're gettin' kinda old. 🦕
@ronaldbaldwin4505
Жыл бұрын
@@deniseceli255 so sorry to hear that Denise. I too am alone and sad. Wanna be friends?
@jasongibson5745
Жыл бұрын
I just had that very thought, as well, Sir.
@singers1990
2 жыл бұрын
I'm nearing 79, the time for reflection. The youth and arrogance is gone. A lot of my friends have gone. Every day is sweet.
@hansboofer
5 жыл бұрын
"Do not resent growing old, for many have been denied the privilege...." ---Old Irish proverb
@Melinda8162
4 жыл бұрын
yeah, but it's still not always 'fun'...all you have are those glorious memories, 'yesterday when you were young'!
@johntullner3488
4 жыл бұрын
))lll)
@stevebrown4203
4 жыл бұрын
Growing old isn't so bad, just the memories of being young.
@ramaaji9379
4 жыл бұрын
Hahaha
@trishmcl9055
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting that comment. ❤
@alanstar9175
2 ай бұрын
This was my Mom's favorite song. It's a sad song as I think as we all age (I'm 64), we think back to when we were young. When you are young, you can't understand old age until you get there. My mom passed on to the other side 22 years ago. My wife and I took care of her for her last 15 months of terminal illness. I would never trade anything for that experience of caring for her in her darkest days when she needed me. Today is her earth birthday (May 11). So now I listen to this song with tears in my eyes. I think of my Mom every day. She was a wonderful mother and a beautiful person, always selflessly caring for others. I miss you, Mom. Happy to see that you got your rest in heaven. Seer you again when it is time for me to pass over to the other side. Hopefully I have another 15 or 20 years. But no one is promised tomorrow. So I must live my life every day and live more in the present than in the past or future.
@petreeceful
Ай бұрын
That was a beautiful story about your mom and this lovely song! I think of my childhood and my parents as well with great Love.....
@alanstar9175
Ай бұрын
@@petreeceful Thank you for your comment. Enjoy the time you have with the people you love.
@RedWolf17
Ай бұрын
❤❤❤❤
@herbhouston5378
10 жыл бұрын
I am at the point in my life where I can listen to this beautiful and poignant song sung so very well by Roy and think to myself , "I could have written that." That is my life. I will be 70 this October and as I look back reflectively I am forced to realize that we are all given time and some of us waste ours and throw it on things that don't matter at all. I find myself staring off into the distance at times and thinking of what might have been had I not been so foolish. Life is a journey and if I could wish anything for anybody I would wish for them more smiles and laughter and very few days of sorrow. Thanks for posting this incredible song.
@hefferonjoe
10 жыл бұрын
I feel you pain Herb - you're not alone
@toonzee99
10 жыл бұрын
EXCELLENT HERB!,,,,,JUST EXCELLENT....couldn't have said it better.
@jimquantic
10 жыл бұрын
I hear all that; this song speaks to most everyone I think--maybe not all in the same way and to the same degree, but it hits home for most all of us. At any point in our lives when we "wake up" it is time to pay for yesterday, when (we) were young
@billwoodward921
9 жыл бұрын
well said herb...i think we've all been there
@donmotz5528
9 жыл бұрын
Herb..........you said a mouthful......this song has magical powers to make all of us reflect on our lives, good or bad...and yes it does tell us of decisions that might not have been the best....Good health to all. Thanx for the memories.
@nomadbud4378
Жыл бұрын
Now at 81 and very sick I think back on what I would have changed , But why its to late . Thank you God for the days you are giving me .
@juneberggren2249
2 жыл бұрын
So beautiful. I'm 70 now and understand.
@margricks
5 жыл бұрын
RIP. Mr. Clark. You were one of the best!
@robertmrugala7898
10 ай бұрын
I listened to this in 1969 when i came home from Vietnam . Now I'm 74 and still have tears when when I hear this.
@corkylloyd8525
2 ай бұрын
Thank You for your Service ❤
@alanstar9175
2 ай бұрын
robertmrugula Thank you for your military service and enduring the most difficult time of the Vietnam War. God bless you!
@rubengonzales7897
Ай бұрын
What a wonderful song
@terryrenee9945
22 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for your service
@simplerelaxxation
11 ай бұрын
I'm only 22 years old. And I just discovered this song. And it felt so much that it made me feel like I was 80 years old and listening to this song while thinking about my past and tears came to my eyes. It's a masterpiece😢❤
@JohnAnglin-tg5mg
10 ай бұрын
What I wouldn't give to be 22 again... 😢
@ovichitayat5796
9 ай бұрын
just make sure that when you get to be in your 60s you won't feel your life was a waste
@Vanessa_Loves_Music
8 ай бұрын
I was about your age when I heard the original (Hier Encore by Charles Aznavour) and I remember thinking and acting (crying) the same as you ❣️ Together with "When I was 17" by Frank Sinatra those 3 songs guide(d) me during my (young) adult life. They just grow with me (and millions of people) the older I get. Their words and sounds hold me tight during my journey called "Life" and at the same time they are timeless! I can't think of any other song that evokes that feeling in me. Most (or all) important songs in my life relate to a certain period, which I think back to with melancholy. "Hier Encore", "Yesterday when I was young" and "When I was 17" relate to my (all of our) live(s) in one way or another ❤️
@thejackel1844
8 ай бұрын
You sound like an "Old Soul" my friend...
@rickshields8057
7 ай бұрын
Roy was a REAL MAN AND HE IS A LEGAND
@user-ji3tq8em5w
Ай бұрын
A sad, but beautiful song. Appreciate every day. I just turned 70.
@user-dg4sw2xk2u
5 ай бұрын
Beautiful song. I'm 80, it's my life story !😢
@Scranton0
2 ай бұрын
I remember when it was a hit in late 1969. I was just a boy but appeciated the wisdom of his lyrics.
@1mparcher
2 жыл бұрын
As a teen, I was full of it, thinking I knew it all. In my twenties, I was off to an incredible start, a family. As I approached my forties, my confidence started to fall with every strand of hair. My fifties were a blur, a divorce, kids leaving the nest. Now 70, "how & when?"
@deniseceli255
Жыл бұрын
Open your heart and soul for a woman will see who you truly are inside. Yes I know dating on line is useless perhaps a chance meeting is waiting for you.
@candido7491
Жыл бұрын
... how the years run away...
@MattyNelson-rs3ik
9 ай бұрын
Yes they sure do,
@billlloyd4354
Жыл бұрын
That line, "There are so many songs, in me, that won't be sung", hits me harder with each passing year.
@deniseceli255
Жыл бұрын
Hi Bill, yes the older we get the more regrets we have especially when we lost the loves in our lives and now are alone. Each time I listen to this song I cry.
@deniseceli255
Жыл бұрын
So many women who feel as you do but do not let that stop you from offering your heart and soul that lives on with hope
@candido7491
Жыл бұрын
With so much musical tech and information available online... listening to this song again - I feel closer to losing my fear of success. I remember young dreams of being remembered after death - at least a minimal fraction of the time - that even in my " Beat The Clock " youth I knew Glen Campbell would be. His daughter honors him very beautifully with a song she wrote for him in his declining years. My own feelings of loss... " There are so many songs - in me that won't be be sung - I feel the bitter taste of tears upon my toungue " - he didn't write it, but he sang it as if he'd lived it. He knocked down musical barriers and stretched genres in many musical directions. Many rock stars knew and respected him.
@billlloyd4354
Жыл бұрын
@@candido7491 In my case it's thinking I would have the time to pursue a dream I had. My wife and I married young, and had two sons. We got them through college, they married, and we now have six grand children. After retiring we tended to aging parents. I'm not feeling sorry for myself, but to you young people out there, if you have a dream, pursue it. Relentlessly.
@dc10fomin65
Жыл бұрын
First time I heard this was 1969 when I was 20, now I am 74 and every word of this song is about me, as I type this I wipe tears away from my eyes and cheeks.....................
@antonnym214
3 жыл бұрын
Roy should have got more recognition for his vocals, in addition to his wonderful guitar and banjo work. He sang with such heart.
@codzy3532
Жыл бұрын
yep agreed i think johnny cash is overated to me personally roy could run rings around mr cash and johnny cash didnt do jail time at all he sang about jail freddy fender did jail time merle haggard did til ronald reagan got him out at the time before he was president he was in politics though yep sometimes ppls taste in music is in their bums 😉
@rudygracia5573
Жыл бұрын
Roy didn't get enough respect cuz he had such a goofball personality(Hee Haw).People had a hard time taking him seriously.He had a goofy face too,and pudgy.A true legend nevertheless.
@ReneJustice-mb7hu
2 ай бұрын
Goofy face?!? He was very handsome. Very talented too. Be nice with your comments! No reason to insult this man.
@cooldog60
6 жыл бұрын
When you are young all you think about is the future. When you are old all you think about is the past. Time goes by so fast.
@thinkingoutloud6741
3 жыл бұрын
When you are young, all you have is the future. When you are old, all you have is the past. And yes, the time between is too short.
@greg2976
2 жыл бұрын
yes it does!!!!
@guycarlos3169
2 ай бұрын
I never thought about the future when I was young I was too busy playing but I do think about the past now that I'm older.
@johnhancock2914
2 жыл бұрын
I FEEL LIKE CRYING LISTENING TO THIS SONG REFLECTING ON MY LIFE AND REMEMBERING WHEN I WAS YOUNG. 😢
@MrPizza063
2 жыл бұрын
so many memories
@a_sea_oasis
2 жыл бұрын
💔😭
@triciaschwab3433
2 жыл бұрын
Yes! Me too! 😭💔.
@lynnkowalla1315
2 жыл бұрын
Like so many of us
@geraldcolsher9642
2 жыл бұрын
Makes me cry, how stupid I was.regrets too many..
@jeweldotson3891
3 жыл бұрын
Just about to turn 83, still in good health however this song speaks volumes to me, & Roy does it best.
@quilt2100
3 жыл бұрын
Same here at 78 ..
@saintburnsy2468
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Jewel! I wish you many more great, happy, healthy years! I hope your loved ones are taking good care of you 😊
@tigertank06
3 жыл бұрын
Good for you, man!
@jeweldotson3891
3 жыл бұрын
@@saintburnsy2468 Thanks, I'm still in great shape for 83, still active no prescription medicines ,
@saintburnsy2468
3 жыл бұрын
@@jeweldotson3891 That's really great to hear! Yeah a lot of people by then are popping all kinds of pills... what's your secret, ma'am? 😁
@guycarlos3169
2 ай бұрын
Killing me softly with his song, telling my whole life with his words, killing me softly with his song.
@antonioberti1180
3 жыл бұрын
many years ago, when i was young... ciao from Italy...
@GeorgeSwift-qj1ik
Жыл бұрын
This song will be reflective to nearly everyone . A sad refrain for being young.
@SY-oy7st
Жыл бұрын
This song will live forever. ❤
@nerblebun
8 жыл бұрын
As a legally certified old geezer I will tell y'all the truth... A single DAY seems to drag on & on, yet the YEARS just fly by.
@bigfoot1947
8 жыл бұрын
Got that right grandpa.
@ColonelMarcellus
8 жыл бұрын
You hit the nail on the head, brother!
@TheMenghi1
8 жыл бұрын
Good bless you, gramps! My grandfather told me that the years didn't fly by so quickly. He had a hard life, so they really felt them.
@mrbeaverstate
7 жыл бұрын
So sad but true. Bothers the hell out of me.
@richardbruggeman2953
7 жыл бұрын
So very true! I was about 45 ish when this truth became evident. In my teens & 20's my parents would tell me this. Thought they were nuts. They were just wiser than a dumb kid.
@jacquesandrebeaulieu9860
2 жыл бұрын
This is a most beautiful song, fabulously done by Roy Clark. Unfortunately, most people are not aware that the original was written by a French singer by the name of Charles Aznavour, under the title: " Hier encore, j'avais 20 ans ". They have both passed away now, and I am sure they are singing together, wherever they now roam. May the both of you rest in peace. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your great legacy.
@SheilaR.08
Жыл бұрын
Love them both. I especially like Aznavour's "She," in both English and French. Classic.
@johnbruington6950
Жыл бұрын
74 years old and here is my song. In love 4 times, betrayed 4 times and never expected to be tossed aside so easily -but reading the comments I see I am not alone.
@edamnaf9265
Жыл бұрын
I feel you there...60...same experience.... Hope you're well.
@JH-rk9gd
Жыл бұрын
My prayers are with you
@johnbruington6950
Жыл бұрын
@@edamnaf9265 Still in recovery - hope you are doing better.
@lettiedeaton7050
Жыл бұрын
No, John B. ... You are definitely not alone.... 5 times for me..... They were lessons....only lessons...
@deniseceli255
Жыл бұрын
Hi John I am 72 years old have been married a few times in my lifetime. Did you ever profess your love for them and adore them are my two questions to you when listening to the song which is one of my favorites he lost his love from arrogance and pride. Humbleness is one hell of an adoring attribute.
@faraamarz1
11 ай бұрын
When I was young(1971) I listened this song 500 times . However I was really young
@HerbWalker
7 жыл бұрын
I want my "1970's" back!!! :(
@waynejones5181
7 жыл бұрын
You got that right.
@brucepowell9252
7 жыл бұрын
We need a Time machine very badly. Still looking for plans.
@jagsfanrick
7 жыл бұрын
ah the 70's. It was my preteen years so yes bring it back!
@ricktemmen6272
7 жыл бұрын
Herb Walker I want my 1960's back lol
@cooldog60
7 жыл бұрын
I want the 60's back.
@regprofant6984
6 жыл бұрын
Herb I am 72 and agree totally with you. The saddest part of my life now is how much I miss my wife to reminisce with. I feel I should have died with her as I have no one to share with.
@RobertSilvestri86
4 жыл бұрын
At 74, that's two of us. Now the tears are flowing once again.
@bisonette5
4 жыл бұрын
Mine was murdered 10 years ago...I miss her every day, almost every minute
@youtubingbabs
4 жыл бұрын
You'll see her again... But it should be in God's perfect timing. ❤ She's with you. Just don't doubt it when you feel it!
@youtubingbabs
4 жыл бұрын
@Talkin Bout Nawlins I just lost my Mother. We'd listen to music together on KZitem. I was the dj. I'm staying up late playing some of our favorites tonight because I am too nervous for her burial tomorrow. ❤
@youtubingbabs
3 жыл бұрын
@Talkin Bout Nawlins thanks, kindly. We made it through the day. Now moving forward. I can definitely tell she's with me and at peace so I know I'll have rough times, but they're part of life. Always the good with the bad in this world. I have faith not in the next.
@joeysuda2396
2 жыл бұрын
Back in the 1970s I met Mr, Roy Clark in st,Louis mo at the many opera he was kind enjoyed the talk with him and the music he sung was good he signed my autograph book my mom was with me she loved his music I love listening to his music it brings back memories when I was young I loved watching him on hee haw he was a great man and a wonderful singer I no he's sing for Jesus now and singing with the hee haw gosful quartet I love there music brings me closer to Jesus , may Jesus always bless his family. And may Roy Clark s. Memory last for generations to come. Thank you Roy Clark for all the great songs you sung and for all the kindness you showed to us fans may you sleep in Jesus and one day I want to meet you in heaven ,,god bless. John 3. 16-17
@elenadejesus7489
2 жыл бұрын
Go ahead, rip my heart out! If only can go back, I'd change so many things. My heart breaks for all the years I've wasted. Young people, listen up ... Don't waste your life. When you look back, you want to smile and say to yourself... I serve God and when I'm older, I'll still be serving God. May He say in my last days... you served me well my good and faithful servant. Knowing this and hoping He will take you home when you get close to your time hopefully will give you peace because what is here is not what you take with you.
@caretaker245231
5 жыл бұрын
RIP Roy, now you and Buck can sit around "pickin and a'grinnin' once more
@julieporter7805
5 жыл бұрын
caretaker245231 Not a Hee Haw fan but that brought tears to my eyes.
@debbieatchison9405
5 жыл бұрын
Rest in peace. Thank you for the entertainment throughout the many years. You're one heck of a musician.
@rudykirkpatrick1695
5 жыл бұрын
Amen Praise our Savior God
@katherineharrington3200
5 жыл бұрын
I have so many wonderful memories of watching Hee Haw curled up with my Dad
@caretaker158
5 жыл бұрын
@Who am I Really check your facts.... NOT a hoax. I always verify things like this before posting.
@Bill93848
6 жыл бұрын
My late father used to listen to this song many times and I could always see a sorrowful expression on his face. He was a brave man and I respect him tremendously for his optimism and for being such a positive and supportive presence in my life despite the many hardships he endured, losing his own father at age eight being the worst of them. May he rest in peace. I love you, Dad. You'll always be my role model.
@redirishrose9857
5 жыл бұрын
I hurd many driver's in my career complain.About the older people an their slow driving in there RV,s.I would remind them they were once young an hopefully they will live to be older.And that we need to watch out for the children because we were once young and one day we will be older and slower.None ever said a word.
@rickgardner9126
2 жыл бұрын
That’s so sweet and beautiful
@hannahhills6592
2 жыл бұрын
This is my dads funeral song, he wants my sister and I to sing at his funeral. I can’t imagine how many times i’ll break down.
@Bill93848
Жыл бұрын
@@hannahhills6592 Naturally, I hope that your dad has many more happy years left. May I be so bold as to pass on a word of advice from my late father? Don't be afraid of death. Why be afraid of doing something that countless cowards have done before you? Please don't ever pass up a chance to tell your Pop that you love him. My own father was a great man in many ways. He was the best friend whom I have ever had. We had our differences. In 1995, he hurt me pretty badly. You should never hold onto petty grievances from the past. You can't stay angry forever. That's just not healthy. I hope that my Pop is happy in Heaven.
@McCelt1968
4 жыл бұрын
This is an unusually fantastic song. I heard his song in the 70's as a child and liked it. I heard it again in my 20's. Still liked it, but was able to grasp what he was talking about. In my 40's I understood the song which impacted me more deeply. In my 50's it often brings a tear. The song itself has grown and changed with me throughout my life.
@amyh2594
4 жыл бұрын
Perfectly said.
@billjimm
4 жыл бұрын
You're right, You Have to live through Decades of life's Ups And Downs to truly appreciate this song in its essence
@davidb2206
4 жыл бұрын
I just got a leg chill(bumps) reading your words. THAT is good writing.
@gailhawkins2210
3 жыл бұрын
Well said - my life
@lilinjohnson5763
2 жыл бұрын
it feels good to hear the echo to Roy's vocal and touching lyrics.
@dennisbergman4880
4 жыл бұрын
Funny how time slips away here I am 65 was a handsome man sad to hear but if anyone young can hear this appreciate your youth because it is gone before u know
@alanstar9175
2 ай бұрын
I'm 64. I tell young people the same thing. Enjoy being young. Don't get hung up on what people think of you. Just be yourself, don't harm anyone intentionally, and live your life to the fullest.
@3962_
11 ай бұрын
Wow, that takes me back....a long long way back.
@outlawofga
2 жыл бұрын
Man o man what a great song to sum up most of us. We ran so hard chasing worthless things an people... Only to end up lost an lonely in many ways. Life is oh soooo very short... Take time to invest in worthy things,God,family and friends.... On your Deathbed.. That's what'll really be important... The fine home and Bitchin Corvette won't be a thought in your mind.......true story. 💯😉
@user-rz6bc2cl3c
2 ай бұрын
Remember playing Roy, when I was in 'Radio'. What a song, it always brings the 'showers' to flow. Means a lot to all of us. As, we all have a 'Yesterday'. Sad, but, some of the 'yesterdays' were 'sweet. ❤️ OP...
@williamhbonnie5514
5 жыл бұрын
An absolutely beautiful song that so many of us, in our later years, can relate too and truly understand. We live the earlier part of our lives as if there is no end and no consequence for the neglect, abuse, and wrong doing we put forth toward others and ourselves. I dont dwell on regrets but i have many. So many things i said or didn't say. So many things i did or didnt do. Trust that i lost and hearts that were broken. If only we knew then what we know now. At 58 years old i was growing up during Roy's prime years. Watched him on the Grand Ole Opry and HeeHaw. He was an amazing talent as a musician, singer, and comedian. RIP Roy. You and this song take me back to yesterday when i was young. May God hold you in his loving arms.
@jimdep6542
4 жыл бұрын
Amen
@lutherdrayton6535
4 жыл бұрын
Jesus Christ God Almighty , you are right on hit ..I feel what you said too ..Thank You ! !
@lutherdrayton6535
4 жыл бұрын
Dear Mr Bonnie , that was the most heartfelt felt speech that I could have, that I should have, it also pertains to me to ,that just blew my hair back, now I need a new haircut😊😁, Thank you, that was beautiful !! Much peace and love thanks !!
@fredmartine674
4 жыл бұрын
Well said, I couldn't have said it any better. A great beautiful speech, William..👍
@williamhbonnie5514
4 жыл бұрын
@@fredmartine674 Thank you Fred. These trying times, with the covid virus and all that goes with it, makes me travel back in my mind even more. We felt like we would live forever back then and face no consequence for anything we done. It seems life has an occasional cruel lesson to teach us about living from the heart with honesty and humility. Kinda sad that it takes some of us way too many years to learn those lessons. God bless you sir and God bless America.
@beaumontsonny
9 жыл бұрын
I am 77 When I was I5 I would think I have time ,When I was 30 I thought there is still a lot of time left, and 40 , 50 and so on now at 77 time is very short I tried to do all I could with what I had but there was never enough time. Now it does'nt matter.
@kingachybraky
8 жыл бұрын
+Ken Bennett I am 54 and I don't think it has gone by very fast. I can remember all the places I have lived, the people I have known, and the things I have done. When I cannot, then and only then, I will wonder how it went by so fast. The best advice I can think of is don't take wooden nickels.
@outbackeddie
8 жыл бұрын
This was one of those songs that made me drop what I was doing until the song was over. Nobody did this song better than Roy Clark.
@xiliox6892
7 жыл бұрын
outbackeddie charles aznavours version
@alexmoor9389
5 жыл бұрын
Actually Charles Aznavour is the writer of this song. France 1964
@yousofkakhki1223
5 жыл бұрын
agree . Roy Clark sings it more emotional. i love it.
@neilsteen100
5 жыл бұрын
I agree. I remember hearing it as a kid and it always made me listen. Weird.
@musiccollector
5 жыл бұрын
The best version on the planet.
@marilynhull7675
Жыл бұрын
No body,but nobody can sing this like Roy Clark.I loved this when I was young,and love it more now that,I'm not young.Thank You Roy Clark for this Gem !
@candido7491
Жыл бұрын
Nobody can sing it better than he did - but every body and his brother ( and sister ) wants to record it. The French gentleman who wrote and sang/talked it... Well - ... Glen Campbell's version will always be the best one.
@carolrountree6268
Жыл бұрын
Me too. I recall Roy was on Her haw.i am now 64 and still singing next to Clapton, Roy is a way cool guy.happy days ahead from me in Canadam
@barrys4922
5 жыл бұрын
I saw Roy sing this on TV 50 years ago. Never heard it again, but when I heard he'd died today, it came immediately to mind. R.I.P. Roy
@arnenelson4495
2 жыл бұрын
Same here....
@NGH99999
5 жыл бұрын
Every once in a rare while a song comes along that reaches right down into your heart and grabs hold of it. And, for three minutes, you hear the notes fleeting by, you feel the blood coursing through your brain, and tears singe the corners of your eyes. Every heartache, every regret, every unsaid word. This is no mere country song. It's a summoning call to one's spirit, reminding you of important things you must do before you complete your journey.
@williampotter2098
3 жыл бұрын
It's not a "country" song at all .... Not that I don't like country ... It just isn't country ....
@anombrerose6311
3 жыл бұрын
Amen.
@Monalisa9603
3 жыл бұрын
Yup like tonight on hee haw roy clark sung burning bridges i cant find that song i want to save it where is burning bridges by roy clark
@Monalisa9603
3 жыл бұрын
Ok found it by jack scott
@marieherrington340
3 жыл бұрын
William Hastings I love what you said. Thank you and God bless you.
@jgjim676
10 жыл бұрын
Thirty years ago at age 25, I considered myself a very young man. Growing old was not an immediate concern of mine. I thought I had so many years ahead of me. Now at age 55, I can't believe the years have went away. In those 30 years were 17 years of an ill conceived marriage that stripped me of the prime years of my life. We only get one life here on earth. Know it and live it while you still have it. It's never too late to be happy.
@nancymeens7193
9 жыл бұрын
Oh wow don't I know that
@simchua3776
7 жыл бұрын
I hit this song from a faraway gf, Sally Oh, a year ago. Now at 60, I couldn't be happier to hear and sing along it to my grave. Just so personalised a song in my life ! Jon Sim-Chua Sgp
@donaldshields6876
Жыл бұрын
I liked this song when it first came out. Now, at 70 I truly know how my youth was wasted on dreams of love and not really knowing what love is truly about.
@deniseceli255
Жыл бұрын
Hi Donald, very sorry you truly never fell in love or lost the love of your life as I did and now I am alone with songs and memories.
@justotorres5600
4 жыл бұрын
Seems the love I've known has always been The most destructive kind Guess that's why now I feel so old Before my time. Yesterday when I was young The taste of life was sweet as rain upon my tongue. I teased at life as if it were a foolish game, The way the evening breeze may tease a candle flame. The thousand dreams I dreamed, the splendid things I planned I always built to last on weak and shifting sand. I lived by night and shunned the naked light of day And only now I see how the years ran away. Yesterday when I was young So many happy songs were waiting to be sung, So many wild pleasures lay in store for me And so much pain my dazzled eyes refused to see. I ran so fast that time and youth at last ran out, I never stopped to think what life was all about And every conversation I can now recall Concerns itself with me and nothing else at all Yesterday the moon was blue And every crazy day brought something new to do. I used my magic age as if it were a wand And never saw the waste and emptiness beyond. The game of love I played with arrogance and pride And every flame I lit too quickly, quickly died. The friends I made all seemed somehow to drift away And only I am left on stage to end the play. There are so many songs in me that won't be sung, I feel the bitter taste of tears upon my tongue. The time has come for me to pay for Yesterday when I was young...
@FreethinkingSecularist
10 жыл бұрын
We can all thank Charles Aznavour for writing this song so many years ago, and Roy Clark for making it understandable in English. Marvelously reflective.
@mtchair4me
7 жыл бұрын
And I forgive him for his foolish demands made to sooth his perceived wrongs. we were not the enemy. But you were the right man for the job at the time. We recognized that and though a great price, well worth it.
@neilwilliams929
4 жыл бұрын
Someone pointed out to me that Roy sang this 50 years ago ! OH WOW! .....half a century ! That does make me old before my time
@bzakie2
7 жыл бұрын
One of the best songs ever.
@kathleekoellner2827
2 жыл бұрын
What a very beautiful song. So,so true!!!
@saintburnsy2468
3 жыл бұрын
My grandpa died today. He was a huge fan of yours, Roy. My mom would always tell me how much "Dad" loved Roy Clark, and I always thought that she was talking about my dad... it wasn't until a couple years ago that I learned it was actually _her_ dad- my grandpa! He and I were very close. He was basically my father-figure growing up, in the absence of my actual father. I owe much of who I am as a man to my grandpa... We've both served in the military, and he was very proud of me for enlisting. I hope that, now that I'm out of the military, I will continue to make his memory proud. Perhaps you and he can hang out together now.
@brucepowell9252
10 жыл бұрын
Roy Clark has told the story of life here for many, including me, and it chokes me up whenever I hear this at age 62. I know it's too damn late to change much of stuff I messed up, so going on with what is left, you know, and that ain't all that much.
@davzamram
10 жыл бұрын
I hear you, it chokes me up too but I will not cry over spilled milk. Life is full of surprises and challenges. Guess what? I'm 67 and just quit smoking, cold turkey and all, goin' on 20 days now. Living overseas off my S. S. plenty to do and live for, Ride a Motorcycle and play congas at a local dive, Never a dull moment....Bless you buddy, don't give up, fight back like a son of a gun.....
@varigdc10
10 жыл бұрын
First time I heard this song was around 1968 or 9, really liked the melody and the words. I was about 20 then and thought strange that I was so young, yet loved this song. Now I'm 65, and still remember the lyrics, and the melody, and finally understand the meaning of each word he says, very true........
@marktercsak5580
6 жыл бұрын
I remember this song, quite frankly one of the best songs of the time and Roy was not only one of the best guitar players of the period ,but one of the best musicians period.
@sallyweideman2450
Жыл бұрын
Saw Roy in concert at the Jersey shore around 1974. Just loved this song & the beautiful way he sang it♡
@marthamann7685
5 жыл бұрын
So much truth and wisdom in this song. Rest easy, Roy Clark.
@DJ-ht8gf
4 ай бұрын
Happy Birthday in Heaven,Mama…one of your favorites…love miss you!
@LoriGuttilla
9 жыл бұрын
I REMEMBER WHEN THIS SONG FIRST CAME OUT AND ROY CLARK SANG IT IN "HEE HAW", A COUNTRY SHOW, VERY POPULAR AT THAT TIME IN THE 70"S. LOVE THIS SONG, BRINGS SOME SAD AND GOOD MEMORIES TO MIND..
@davidzimmer7873
7 жыл бұрын
Lori Guttilla hi Lori
@danielharness7974
4 жыл бұрын
May the young carefully consider and contemplate this song and its meaning for them.
@BUDDY63131
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. We will try our best to live with no regret!
@williampotter2098
3 жыл бұрын
Just not going to happen. It is the young's job to ignore us and change the world and die young. The problem now is that the young think they should get what they want without working for it. They think they deserve it ....
@bluelight6520
2 жыл бұрын
I'm only 13 and this song just touches my heart so much, the world is changing my generation is very messed up.
@jeanie4186
2 жыл бұрын
@@williampotter2098 generalization about all young
@Remember1864
5 жыл бұрын
Rest in Peace Roy - 15 NOV 2018
@patriotastronomer5113
5 жыл бұрын
@Lisa Stanton, it seemed that it was barely a footnote in the news. I was surprised as well...
@daleyingling4868
5 жыл бұрын
Very sad...he was a wonderfully talented musician and entertainer.
@fastvega
5 жыл бұрын
@@patriotastronomer5113 I only found out watching a Hee Haw rerun on RFD Channel. Had it been some doped up rap singer, probably would've been front page news.
@cathymcivor7457
5 жыл бұрын
He was so talented and so handsome. Funny, also. I remember him from Hee Haw, a great show.
@helenbullock1889
5 жыл бұрын
Rest in peace
@carolburns8042
Ай бұрын
I have always loved this song.....melancholy for me. I was in my 30's when it came out. I related strongly to it. I'm now 75, have had to do my end of life planning, my car is sold. I remember, yesterday...when I was young.😌
@byronsmith8967
5 жыл бұрын
Roy Cark dead at age 85. One of the best stringed instrument players who ever lived. I saw you in person at the Indiana State Fair when Hee-Haw was in its heyday. Thank you for the many years of good music and entertainment. Love for your family from the Hoosier State.
@rudyfertal6574
5 жыл бұрын
Byron Smith eye
@zookr
5 жыл бұрын
Same age as Tim Conway, hope I can make it that far
@billjimm
4 жыл бұрын
He was truly gifted I've never heard anyone who could touch him on the banjo
@inesquijada2201
3 жыл бұрын
@@billjimm Qué onda
@bonniestanczyk2037
Жыл бұрын
This song, the melody, seemed to catch my heart so young. I loved hearing Roy Clark sing this on Hee Haw. I really didn't pay attention to the words being young but it was magical. I lost my precious dad at age 14 and I wrote a poem for his funeral that I would sing to this tune. Thank you Roy Clark for a masterpiece.
@sparkyguitar0058
Жыл бұрын
It's not his song originally but he definitely brought it to America's attention. And these words mean so much different thoughts now that I'm older. Sorry for your loss so young.
@gerimcdonald1581
9 ай бұрын
Love, love this song you have to live a while to appreciate the message thanks to Mr. ROY CLARK
@FredPickett
Жыл бұрын
One of the best Entertainers We ever had/R.I.P. Roy.
@dondorion8709
Жыл бұрын
I'm a very fortunate man in that a bunch of years ago I went to the Tulsa State Fair and seen this man on the big stage. And yes, he sang this song, (amongst many others)!
@Smada1961
5 жыл бұрын
This gem came out when I was a child, and of course I didn't understand the meaning, nor appreciate the beauty of it...But now growing close to 60 I understand & truly appreciate it.
@julieporter7805
5 жыл бұрын
I was never a fan of his or Hee Haw but this song is powerful, beautiful, and one of my favorites. RIP, Roy.
@8memaw
5 жыл бұрын
This song sure tugs at the heart! Thank you Roy for your contribution to the rest of us RIP ♥️
@native4329
6 жыл бұрын
This song is definitely me! My good times are long gone and I have nothing to show for it! I took life for granted in my younger years. This is a very powerful song and brings tears to my eyes.
@bidenthepotato9411
2 жыл бұрын
Me too.
@MattyNelson-rs3ik
9 ай бұрын
Ask God to redeem the wasted years,and to restore to you the years the locust has eaten,the swarming locust, the chewing locust,the consuming locust and the crawling locust..look up the verse in the BIBLE, JUST GOOGLE IT.
@jpeluso50
9 жыл бұрын
I even liked this song yesterday ... when I was young.
@jimmyriddles
7 жыл бұрын
So did I , I listened to the Lena Martell version at 15 years of age and loved it... but now at 3 score years the words just get you right there... love this song..
@mikeyiniko
6 жыл бұрын
me too. and I was 11 when it was on the charts. it's a beautiful vocal.
@anielynguevarra9078
6 жыл бұрын
Jim Peluso
@anielynguevarra9078
6 жыл бұрын
Jim Peluso
@anielynguevarra9078
6 жыл бұрын
Jim Peluso
@mobbcreep956
5 жыл бұрын
I'm all f-up..all the ppl I grew up listening to checking out..RIP Mr Clark
@philipeksteen1415
3 жыл бұрын
I've just turned 61 but still feel 20 years younger. But I also now see "...how the years ran away"
@goback3spaces
10 жыл бұрын
Is there anyone, anywhere, who doesn't love Roy Clark?
@ShadowsGathered
10 жыл бұрын
I personally can't imagine it, but there probably are some people out there who don't. :-)
@tchibo71
9 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately, there are at least 15 people who don't like him. But this was a time when music was not dependent on background and special effects, but rather the ability of the artist. Roy had an excellent voice and great musical talent.
@brian6078
6 жыл бұрын
There are people who don't even like themselves.
@financialservices4944
5 жыл бұрын
Maxine Waters and Nancy Pelosi
@DustOnTheRoad
10 жыл бұрын
What a sledgehammer to the gut and heart, God.
@MBrown-qw4ei
5 жыл бұрын
Rest in peace Mr. Clark. You were a rare multi talented and humble man. You will be missed. Now you and Buck will re-unite for one great concert .
@marthamorgan860
3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad they are finally using old songs for the new movies and some of the tv shows. So many of the best songs ever written have been left in the past never to be used or sung again. Yesterday, when I was young I really did wait for so many of the times that wouldn't happen until my life is old and I am looking back on it. Hummmmmm. I love looking back, I can't change anything, but I wouldn't be who I am.
@toddreeder8010
8 жыл бұрын
Roy is 83 today. Happy Birthday Roy.
@excellNexcel
6 жыл бұрын
When we are in our twenties, life revolves around us and the world has to hear our emotions. We did not appreciate the people who were really gifts in our life as anything other than gifts but rather as tools to use to enhance our own needs. Oscar Wilde was correct : " ...youth is wasted on the young.."
@whatwillbem6825
4 жыл бұрын
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@DLeske
3 жыл бұрын
*Many have copied the great Roy, but there was only one who could sing this song the way Roy did. I can relate to this song so much more now at 70.*
@DavidRice111
2 жыл бұрын
I'm 71 and there's so many regrets~ so many changes I'd make, and yet~ there's been so many Blessings. What a confusing thing life is.
@brian1958usgrant
8 жыл бұрын
"Their are so many songs in me that wont't be sung I feel the bitter taste of tears upon my tongue THE TIME HAS COME FOR ME TO PAY FOR YESTERDAY WHEN I WAS YOUNG"
@wildwoman8310
5 жыл бұрын
But I don't wanna, Brian!!😢😭😟😞😩 I grew up at such a fun, carefree time. I just want to enjoy that time again. I always heard that guys would always buy a new Corvette to avoid the reality of getting old but enjoying reliving fun parts of their past. Women on the other hand, think way too much about 'what may have been.' But we can't change our past or get a 2nd chance, SO all my female friends who know what I mean, I say let's all go buy a new Corvette & let's relive our past too!!!! And have a lot of fun (& drooling, envious men who love our Corvettes begging for a ride), it's our turn now!!!! See Ya Later!'!!! I would LOVE IT!!!
@sdcope02
9 жыл бұрын
A lot of the youth in the fast crowd today should listen closely to this song and take it to heart. There is definitely a lesson to be taught to them from this song.
@ahmadsamhan5611
5 жыл бұрын
What an ode to regret. It is true, youth is indeed wasted on the young. But I have today, and for that, I am grateful!
@user-ji3tq8em5w
Ай бұрын
A sad, but beautiful song. Appreciate every day. I just turned 70.😅
@gailpurretta7794
8 жыл бұрын
First saw Roy perform this on TV on Hee-Haw. I remember thinking, "I hope I never feel this way". But now, so many years later, I wonder.
@michaelmeans1057
6 жыл бұрын
Song never gets old. Each time I listen to it I am mesmerized by the words
@mattybinder747
2 жыл бұрын
My mom liked this song.
@barrypowell829
4 күн бұрын
A song about the “wisp of smoke “ our lives are. We’re here for just a sunrise and a sunset. I’m 67 now .
@rohoroyarrington3224
5 жыл бұрын
I heard this song for the first time in 1969 as a 21 year old in Vietnam. the lyrics talked to me then and I remember those days and all the years that have passed fondly. I still long for yesterday when I was young. RIP Roy Clark
@echoesofthedead
6 жыл бұрын
I sit back, and remember this song. this is my life, with tears in my eyes. I took so very much for granted, with neither thought, or foresight of what lay ahead for me. so much was ahead, that I shunned, lessons which I should have learned, but disregarded. if only I could get a "do-over"...but, that's not to be either...just what I have, is what I have. nothing more, nothing less...
@themanfromaspen7073
10 жыл бұрын
this song has always summed up most of our lives I have cried to this powerful song on many nights as I grew older and looked back on my life and I am sure that there are many of us who have felt the same way May God bless us all
@davzamram
10 жыл бұрын
Same here, brother........I pride myself on not being a cry baby but, What's all that wet stuff on my face?.......I hear you...Peace and Love......
@maryroaten
10 жыл бұрын
The story of my life and many others on his surly earth.
@wolfen7676
10 жыл бұрын
you hit it on the head
@mamatibborscassady9388
10 жыл бұрын
Yep........great voice, great message.............THOSE WERE THE DAYS.
@noeldoran8884
6 жыл бұрын
i feel your pain
@donnabroughalpelletier3685
Жыл бұрын
68 today, This song speaks to me. Although I am in remission at the moment I have a rare & aggressive cancer. Time is fleeing.
@andrewjwheelerjr275
5 жыл бұрын
oh my god this this is beautiful goodness just beauuuutiful to hear this may the memories of all those pass away this year last year and way back when at the time they were once here on earth god has a special place of beauty that awaits us when we,ve learn to trust in him we shall see everyone that we miss so very very very dearly that have went on to be with him God bless you brother Roy for this timelessly wonderful beauuuutiful classic gem of a tune it will remain in all of our hearts forever and ever always till we meet again love brother Andrew Jr peace everyone😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😞😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭.
@speedyneutrino1729
8 жыл бұрын
When my son was about 17, I pulled this up on KZitem and told him how profound this tune was. He's now 31 and calls me from Atlanta every few days and sometimes tells me that he still listens to this song from time to time...and he agrees that it's extremely profound, especially for young men. Even though I admire his accomplishments, I still wish I could have him back about five years old again.......sigh.
@johnkelly6471
8 жыл бұрын
+SpeedyNeutrino172 omg I read your comment and I felt like I was kicked in the chest by a jackboot. I would give every moment I have remaining to have may son at 5. The last time I cried was when my mother died, until I read your last 13 words. God they hurt. This song always brought me memories and now a new one. I should say thanks but tears are in the way.
@scottperry67
8 жыл бұрын
Same here my friend. My babies are all grown young adults now as well. I just lost my Mom last month. What I would give to have my babies 5 again.
@speedyneutrino1729
8 жыл бұрын
+John Kelly ...John, I wish my words didn't cause you grief but the words came from my heart at that moment. I wish you the very best in the future.
@speedyneutrino1729
8 жыл бұрын
+scott perry ...I certainly understand exactly how you feel and as you know, I share your sentiments. You have my understanding and my compassion. Best wishes to you.
@jonnykatyward
9 жыл бұрын
This was one of my mom's favorite songs, and she loved Roy Clark. RIP Mom.
@RH-jl8qr
5 жыл бұрын
I was just a kid watching this man with my grandparents in the 70s. He just seemed so nice, I kinda wanted to be like him. Fun,happy, talented. Never a stranger to anyone. Thank you for those memories Roy.
@thinkingoutloud6741
Жыл бұрын
And the irony of the song is so strong. The younger you are, the less likely you are to understand the message. I remember this song being there through a large part of my life and my growing understanding is an innate part of the song and memories. Love it. Thank you for singing this, Roy. See you soon. 😢
@Back2Filesx
2 жыл бұрын
I listened to every word., this song touches my ❤ I can relate to some extend especially when I look at how things are now a days...I am a boomer recently turned 68
@dave327ful
Жыл бұрын
Roy Clark sang with incredible sincerity and plucked the strings with a sense of urgency. He was one of a kind!
@deniseceli255
Жыл бұрын
Hi David, yes this came from his heart and soul and is so so very true.
@MrsPeebles62
4 жыл бұрын
I am listening and crying. He is with the angels now and rightly so.
@wayneworley1293
5 жыл бұрын
I have always loved this song and now being 58 wish I could go back to Yesterday when I was young RIP Mr Roy Clark you are gone but not forgotten and your music Will live forever!
@judyhuey9307
10 жыл бұрын
made me tear up, totally. touches the spirit, and the soul, for sure...
@neilsteen100
5 жыл бұрын
Judy if youre anything like me this song will do the same. Beautiful song. kzitem.info/news/bejne/l5uek66si3iXrazOttps://kzitem.info/news/bejne/l5uek66si3iXraw
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