What's your favorite John Prine song? Our 10 favorite, in no order, are: “Hello In There” “Pretty Good” “Lake Marie” “Angel From Montgomery” “Paradise” “That’s the Way That the World Goes ‘Round” “Your Flag Decal Won’t Get You Into Heaven Anymore” “I Just Want to Dance With You” “In Spite of Ourselves” “When I Get To Heaven”

I knew him well, but never met him. I cried when he passed away.

Three years later, I still miss him almost every day. I always kept up with what he was doing. It was like checking on a friend.

John Prine will forever be missed by so many music fans. His sense of humor, his poetry and musical genius will never be forgotten! Godspeed John, from 2 grateful fans!

The only person I ever wept openly over losing who wasn't family or personal friend.

I love the duet with Iris Dement, In Spite of Ourselves.

We think of John every time we ride through the hills of Muhlenberg County, where Paradise lay. There will never be another John Prine, great songwriter/storyteller

One of a kind. A guy I'd love to have sat down with for an afternoon and talk. Not about music, but rather about life. We just lost a great one.

I just accidentally stumbled upon his music about 3 days ago and I never heard of him before, and immediately fell in love with his sound, only to find out today about his passing from COVID-19. RIP Mr. John Prine. =(

We played his songs as we took family drives... the kids sang along in the back of our station wagon... he connected us as a family...

I never knew who John Prine was until I heard of his passing. I consider myself very knowledgeable when it comes to music. I have been exploring John's music for the last 4 weeks and I can say that he, without a doubt, has become my most favorite song writer of all time. Such simple song structure with such a powerful message. I'm sad I never got to see you perform John. I hope you are having your vodka and ginger ale next to peaceful waters.

He had a way with words. The first John Prine song I heard was "Spanish Pipedream" and when I heard "I knew that topless lady had something up her sleeve" that this was a songwriter I needed to pay attention to!. I almost never missed him when he appeared in the DC area. "Souvenirs" will always be my favorite song -- especially when he did it with Steve Goodman.

I think I was about 17 when my mom got a free cd from a radio station give away at our state fair. It was lost dogs and mixed blessings. She gave it to me because she didn't have a cd player. I had no clue that cd would change my love and understanding of music forever. Thanks John.

RIP John. Your songs truly touched America's soul. More than a legend he was a treasure.

John will be missed but never forgotten. You were one of a kind. RIP

The folk that listen to his work are of the best I've come to find

John Prine's music has been apart of my life as long as I can remember 40+ years. He has gotten me through the best and worst times and I listen to him daily. RIP John Prine you are truly one of the greats. Thank you for your music that will live forever and ever.

RIP Brother, I grew up listening to your beautiful songs

"Sam Stone" an anthem for all those who lived and died during the Vietnam War.

Hearing his name always made me smile, until today. Love & prayers to his family.

.RIP John. Another country legend gone but not forgotten.

My husband and I saw Prine a few years ago at SMU in Dallas. He was his usual funny self. My husband loved his songs. Dear Abby, Whistle and Go Fishin, Please Don’t Bury Me and That’s the Way the World Goes Round were some of his favorites. Prine told a funny story about That’s the Way the World Goes Round. Seems there was a woman in his audience once who asked for the “Half an Enchilada” song. John said which song? She said you know “it’s a half an enchilada you think you’re gonna down”. The actual line is “it’s a half an inch of water you think you’re gonna drown”. He was hysterical, deep, and thoughtful. RIP John, you were one-of-a-kind.

I have been looking for "Singing in the Shower" forever! Please, I know there has to be a copy out there! I loved John's genius, and his humor. He was one of my favorites at Telluride Bluegrass. RIP John...

FAR FROM ME...my favorite...RIP John...the world is a sadder today.

Although I knew the name, I didn’t know much about John Prine until his illness and his passing. I’m learning him now, exploring his music. I am awed by his talent, his insight and his wit. Rest easy, John, and thanks for the matchless body of work.

I was first introduced to John Prine’s music at Willie Nelson’s first “4th of July Picnic”, in Dripping Springs, Texas, 1973. I was 6 years out of high school. I’ll never forget that event. Sad times now.

I first heard of John Prine in 1973 while in the Navy. Went to a bluegrass festival near Winchester, Va, in 1974, where even the Flying Burrito Brothers were there, among other big names of bluegrass/country/folk music. Over the next 5 years, I saw him many times at bluegrass festivals all over Va, Pa, and WVa. I saw him so often, when he passed, it felt like a relative had gone on. So so sad. Can't pick a favorite, because it would be a list of over 100 songs. So humble, my favorite songwriter for sure. He can put the words together like nobody else i've ever heard, and i'm a huge fan of Dylan and Kristofferson. Anyway, I sure do miss knowing he is on the planet somewhere, making folks smile. sorry for the length of this, but i truly loved his spirit, songs, and writing. farewell my friend.

I remember him in Daddy and Them. He was truly gifted and talented. He will be greatly missed.

Sam Stone, introduced me to John Prine. He will be missed for sure. RIP.

my foot fell asleep as I swallowed my candy knowing he was in heaven before he died...

Loved John Prine! Angel from Montgomery - beautiful. In Spite of Ourselves - cracks me up!

I've been listening to Prine since 78. It has never once crossed my mind that any song was country.

If there's a COUNTRY Heaven🌌, Ya KNOW there's GONNA be a HELL of a Band. 🤗🤗😍😍😚😚🌠🎼🎵🎶🎸🎻🎤🥁🎼🎵🎶☄🌠🌌

I am still getting used to the idea that John Prine is gone from this world. This is a huge loss.

I love John Prine and George Strait. I don't like the misleading click bait to this post.

Omg RIP 2020 is such a sad year for country music :(

We lost a poet and humanitarian. Gratefully his music will live on.

Truely a great, uniquely American musical genius. I sorely miss him!

John Prine at the House of Strombo is a must see. I discovered this man’s talent way to late in life.

John Prine will be missed

Thank you John Prine : you beautiful soul! I was hoping to see you in concert now that won't happen, your records will have to do. I had been optimistic about your recovery, but I knew you had an uphill struggle. Now you are smoking that 9 mile cigarette and we don't have you. I am not the religious kind but if there is another world I hope to be in it with you. Meet you at Lake Marie. So long for now.

I am beyond grief.this didnt have to happen.weve lost a national Treasure..I cannot even cry.swallowing dry heaves...Rest in peace..

Another of the greats has passed away we are losing all of them so sad rip

Knew him from back in the early 70s....my introductions to the Great Compromise had him singing my name.... "...she said Arch won'tcha get me some popcorn..." and ever since then I've been another victim of the great compromise.... There'll never be another one nigh on as good....rest well, dear John...you've earned it many times over... You're sorely missed....

His songs were on the playlist of every submarine I served aboard in the 70s and 80s.

Fabulous musician. Great storyteller. I've been a fan for over 50 years.Saw him in 1988 in Phoenix. Theater in the round. With Bonnie Raitt opening. Fond memories and feel privileged to have seen him live. His music will outlive us all.

John adopted Mrs, Fiona's son so he leaves behind 3 sons. I just dont know how I will ever get over this one..I have been a fan since I was 10 years old, I am almost 50 now, and I haven't turned off John's music since April 7th. R.I.P John. You were a friend to me in my heart and soul, though I never had my chance to meet you, and shake your hand. It's because of you I learned to play the guitar at age 14, and every song I have ever written was in some way inspired by you. I hope I will still get the opportunity to shake your hand and tell you thank you for always being there for me in the good times and the bad. Till we meet in heaven, Rest in Peace John. I love you.

Thanks for this info clip on a great Nashvillian for some 40 yrs. "When I get to heaven", "Far from me", and the comic duet with Iris Dement -" In spite of ourselves" have all got to be among his best. Paradise of course another!

Paradise is my favorite because it was the first John Prine song I heard . But it wouldn't be the last. His songs have a way of touching the soul.

John was a story teller. Some sad,... some funny. So many of his songs I like but Dear Abby always brings a smile to my face. See ya Johnny.

John prine is one of my favorite artists and will isolated out at my farm i have listed to him every morning will cutting wood. He is helping me get through even if he did not. He will live on through his music. 🤠

“Dear John, I sent your saddle home” 😿

I am 69 now met John in hi school loved and listened to him ever since

I always liked crazy as a loon. Lyrics like: I've got hired Monday morning, downsized that afternoon....makes mi smile but at the some time a little sad.

Just a little thing I wrote, hanging outside on the deck alone with a paintbrush in my hand and a sadness in my heart. I call it Pink Moon Mourning In the light of the pink moon He went away too soon What I feared most had come true And all the songs he penned I began to sing again Every sad or silly verse that I knew Come on home, John Come on home The shadows cross the ceiling Are crawling alone Come on home, John Come on home Its heaviness that I'm feeling Since you've been gone I hope you're shaking God's hand He lets you have your band And write Him songs the way you are And on that fateful day And the rapture's on it's way Not a horn, but the sound of your sweet guitar Come on home, John Come on home The shadows on the ceiling Are crawling alone Come on home, John Come on home Its heaviness that I'm feeling Since you've been gone Come on home, John Come on home The swimming suits are drying in the cold spring wind Come on home, John Come on home I long to hear your sad voice crying To me again

His music makes my heart sing.

His interview with Mark Maron was replayed when Mr Prine passed. A fabulous record of his youth, rise to notoriety, and music.

Correction: John Prine wrote a #1 hit and let George Strait record it.

John prine will be missed never even heard of him till satellite radio wish I had got 2 meet him personally or attend one of his concerts he will be missed by me like he was a family member but I will listen 2 his songs as long as I live I hope his family will. Get through these tough times my prayers go out 2 all his family and friends what a goofy world I'm sure his flag decal will get him in 2 heaven where he can get a cocktail and smoke a cigarette 9 miles long love you JOhn

God, I loved this man,...Angel from Montgomery my favorite. A poet genius. Created a new genre of folk. John, RIP, we will always remember.

Thank you for everything you've done John, "Please don't bury me" is my favorite song ever! R.I.P.

When I first heard the song "Hello in There" I was hooked. It wasn't long that I was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimers

I was so lucky. I John Prine at the Algonquin Pub in Ottawa ON Canada in 1978. The pub was a small venue. And what a show. I saw him about 6 times after that in bigger venues in Ottawa and Toronto. He never disappointed. He mixed his songs with stories of his song writing and observances of the human condition. I was listening to John Prines When I Get To Heaven when the alert came that he really had gone to heaven. God bless John Prine and thank you for the great "Souvenirs"

God Bless John and his loved ones.

His death hit me like a ton of bricks, was hoping to see him one more time. I went to see him a few years back with 2 good friends, we all three are big fans for many years, the first time I heard his music was my 21st birthday party, I'm now going to be 57 in July. THe friends I went with to the show have since past away, Jack died about 4 months ago of a heart attack, Gary past a few years ago. I will treasure the show we saw together in my memory till the day comes when all 4 of us are together again. rest i peace my friends. Till we meet again!

John was a gifted songwriter& singer love all his music"" I will miss you Legend "" fly Beautiful Angel Above ""💓💓💓💓💓🎶🎶🎶👏👏

God probsbly had a throne waiting for you! You gave so many exceptional joy, heartbending thoughts and feelings, always an inspiration to even the best songwriters. You will always stand alone in the gifts you gave. May you have joy forever in heaven and may He bless and keep your family. I love you, we all live you John. You will still be with us forever. Thank you always, Roxanne Evelyn

"Please don't bury me in the cold, cold ground. No, I'd rather they cut me up and pass me around." John's death sits heavy on my heart. Wish I had seen him live...

Wow, what a musician filled beautiful place it has become on the other side as of late. What a concert it will be when I finally arrive. I would hate to be the local roadie. I will miss the wonderful lyrics.

I was introduced to his music when I took lessons from the Old Town school of folk music. Loved his music ever since.

My heart goes out to Fiona and their family. I know I personally knew John Prine, he had seemed like one of my closest confidants since I was a kid. He will be sorely missed. I can’t describe the sadness is

I've never heard most of those cover hits, but I have heard every John Prine original many, many times.

so many John Prine songs...so little time.

I know I'm late to it but i remember my dad driving around playing paradise by john denver and it took me til i was 10 years old to know it was john prine that originally sang it and from there he always held a special part of me

I was beyond blessed to have gotten to see him in concert three times, and actually get to talk with him after two of those concerts. He gave great hugs, and even though I know he was probably exhausted after performing, he never made me feel like he didn't have the time to talk with me. I never cared to see anyone else in concert besides him. RIP you amazing human being.

I remember performing "Hello in There" 45 years ago. Now I'm the guy in the song.

you never even called me by my name ... will be rem forever... John Prine

Well you know she still laughs with me, but she waits just a second too long.

John Prine is a hit maker! He rocked! ❤️

He was one of the best we will miss him so. Listen to him everyday he inspires my life.

My biggest regret in life I did not find John prine's music sooner

I loved John Prine, such a gifted song writer. R I P John!

So sad he will b greatly missed. U don't call by my name. I love it

After almost a year and so many covid deaths, I still miss John Prine most.

Lake Marie is one of my all time favorite secular songs, it always lifts my spirits and reminds me of all the fun times with my kids. However, the fact that John Prine said Hello in There was his favorite song of his, pretty much tells you all you need to know about who he actually was as a person.

His death broke my heart he was the best song writer ever in my mind. His last album was his best album.

I still get choked up when I hear one of his songs. Outside of family, only John Lennon and George Harrison had that affect on me.

10 favorites-#1 spanish pipedream #2 sam stone #3 paradise #4 one red rose #5 souvenirs #6 unwed fathers #7 speed of the sound of loneliness #8 summer's end #9 god only knows #10 magnolia wind w/emmylou harris, written by guy clark.

Dear John, I absolutely love your music and hope "In spite of our selves" we all can beat this terrible virus. GOD BLESS YOU.

One of my favorites.

Loved him his first song to his last. I cry for him daily missed badly.prayers for Fiona and sons

I wish I had an hour or 6 to sit and just talk with him.

I just don't think my eyes will ever see another like John Prime I have listened to his songs since high school like losing family

Take the star out of the window and let my conscious take a rest. REST IN PEACE. Your fan since 1972.

"If dreams were lightning, thunder were desire This old house would have burnt down a long time ago." Who writes like that? One of a kind. I can't help but feel I've lost a lifelong friend.

Well the rains came tumbling down...held my breath and stood my ground....and watched that ship go sailing out to sea....bye John thanks for everything

Ive been listening to John Prine since the 60s and 70s. Use to frequent a beer and wine bar where a man would sing on the wknds. He played several Prine songs including Sam Stone. Shame we lost John and others to something that China could have prevented. Happily we can hear Prine's music at Outlaw County on Sirrus #60

People who want to know John as the person he was, or those who want to remember their time with him -- watch the 1 hour 11 minute video of "CBS Sunday Morning". You'll find it in the list of videos on the right.

One my favorite voices and wit in music

I feel a storm all wet and warm, not ten miles away.... And I never knew what a good time would cost till last night when I sat and talked with you.