I play this song, because today I said goodbye to a friend. He died at the age of 36. Although he was young during most of the Dead's days, he saw the last concert, on Jerry's birthday before Jerry died. The laid him out today in the shirt he would have wanted to wear....of course, a dead shirt. If anyone reads this, keep my friend in mind, because he was a true Deadhead. RIP Steve.

Jerry Garcia bought old comic book artifacts from me out of my Haight Ashbury comic book store as well as a Rick Griffin art gallery opened in The Cannery down in Fisherman's Wharf 1991. Ripple remains my favorite Dead song ever.....

This song will be played at my memorial service. Thank you, Jerry.

Nothing touches me like this song! The words and music are perfection. I hope my family remembers how much this song means to me at the end of my life. Thank You, Chris for being the inspiration behind my love of The Grateful Dead , Jerry Garcia and this awesome song! Its eternal.

"There is a fountain, that was not made by the hands of men". Thank you Robert Hunter and Jerry

This is the first grateful dead song i've ever heard, and just by reading these comments i can see their legacy. I'm in love.

Hard not to get teary listening to this. God Bless you all.

There's so much wisdom in this song: "There is a road, no simple highway Between the dawn and the dark of night And if you go no one may follow That path is for your steps alone"

If my words did glow with the gold of sunshine And my tunes were played on the harp unstrung Would you hear my voice come through the music Would you hold it near as it were your own? It's a hand-me-down, the thoughts are broken Perhaps they're better left unsung I don't know, don't really care Let there be songs to fill the air Ripple in still water When there is no pebble tossed Nor wind to blow Reach out your hand if your cup be empty If your cup is full may it be again Let it be known there is a fountain That was not made by the hands of men There is a road, no simple highway Between the dawn and the dark of night And if you go no one may follow That path is for your steps alone You who choose to lead must follow But if you fall you fall alone If you should stand then who's to guide you? If I knew the way I would take you home Songwriters: GARCIA, JEROME J. / HUNTER, ROBERT C. Ripple lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

"American Beauty". the album "Ripple" is on is my favorite. Timeless lyrics from 1970! :)

This is the song that got me way back when. "That path is for your steps alone..." so beautiful.

Their harmonies at the end give me chills.

my favorite grateful dead song ever. cleanses my soul to hear these words and this music!

yes I feel fortunate to have been part of this wonderful era, miss the vibes and all that went with it...

This song always brings a tear to my eye. Dunno, maybe cuz it takes me back to a happier, simpler time. And when I think it's been almost 19 years...

This literally brought tears to my eyes, truly beautiful.

Such rich music so telling of the struggles we all face to really live life.

Will always be my favorite Dead song

Thank god mom was a Dead Head and played this record hundreds of times when I was a young child!!

Needing me some zen this morning.... love the mandolin... Ripple one of the best Dead songs. Peace out!

Dear Jerry, its official you have made the best music in the WORLD!! Rest in Peace

Ripples should be a compulsory part of the curriculum in school classes across the world.What a gift to the world, a song that soothes the soul and puts a spring into your step.God bless the Dead.

i put this goddamn song on repeat. not much makes me happier or puts a smile on my face. such beauty.

yes, twice in a row so far, tears of bliss streaming down my face, i could easily listen to it 100 more times in a row

Last heard of, ripples of sound waves of this song had reached a galaxy far, far away and still travelling at the speed of light. Sound travelling at the speed of light! It is perhaps seeking out Jerry somewhere out there, scattering pleasure on the way, all the way.

Love this,had to hear again today, after all these years!

The magic of music bringing us all together. One of The Dead's finest moments.

Hi mama,your story reminds me of mine. When my grandson was just a babe and wouldn't fall asleep,I would put him in his stroller and walk around the neighborhood singing this song to him...soft,sweet,and full of love. He doesn't remember but I will never forget.

I heard this song in the Iao Valley for the first time and fell in love with it. Every time I listen to it, I'm carried back to simpler times in a beautiful place. Thank you. I'll be a Dead Head forever.

THE GREASTEST BAND TO PLAY WHILE DEAD!! I LOVE THEIR UNIQUE FOLKSY, BLUESY-ROCK, COUNTRY-FRIED MUSIC STILL RESONATES THROUGH MY STEREO EVERY MORNING!!! LONG LIVE THE GRATEFUL DEAD!!

One of the all time great songs. Beautiful.

R.I.P. Jerry, remembered and missed by many. Thanks for all the great memories.

that was such a fun run at Radio City. We took it over for a week. And glad to have been able to get to 3 of em'. The acoustic sets were so nice.

My brother got killed in July of 89 and this was his best song. It reminds me of him.

HAPPY 80th Born Day Sweet Soul ! We adore you , Jerry . ❤

One of my favorite songs to play especially around a campfire with everyone singing I played it for my best friend's funeral

I love the dead man! I was born in 92, didnt hear about them till april 20th 2006 and ive never looked back! Long love the dead (no typo)

Just wonderful. Just enjoy & I know that this just makes me feel wonderful.

Happy birthday Jerry. This is my very favorite song you guys do. RIP Jerry you were so very great and I'm sure you are strumming up in heaven!

The lyrics and the sounds are so PEACEFUL and gently flowing !

"If I knew the way, I would take you home" This song has so many inspiring lyrics. When it first came out, it was one of the very few Dead songs that made it to mainstream radio, thus it always seemed played out to me. However, in the past few years, I have come to really like this song. Just sit and chill and listen to this song. It will inspire you.

Please listen to your music and I will listen to the grateful dead! sending you love !

This tune was the first I had played at my son's "Celebration Of Life Service" Saturday, November 10, 2012! It was five days after I lost him when he was driving to early morning college classes on the highway having a freak front left blowout dying on impact with the guardrail! Tears flow everytime I hear it! Hunter, you are deeply missed Buddy! RIP: June 2, 1993 to November 5, 2012!

as we have ALL sang....Let there be music to fill the air....I lost my Jimmy....after 50 years....let there be songs to fill the air....thank you for all of our great times together with you guys in our backround....with much love grateful dead...from Jim and Anne Marie.xox

Feel good? Those words aren't powerful enough to express what I feel whenever I hear this song,man !! It stirs Me to the very core,.It's joyousness,it's simple truth,it's universal message,simply wonderful brother.Peace.

Still one of my favorite songs ever. I miss Jerry Garcia.

Never get tired of Ripple or any Dead song!

Just discovered this song and the Grateful Dead after 22 years of life. Man have I been missing out!

best live version I've heard. I miss you Jerry!!

awesome. ......gets more appreciated with age. ......... greetings from IRELAND 😉

Grateful i had the chance to see this GREAT man.....Will always miss you Papa Bear...

The Greatful Dead are pure love and happiness. cant explain it any better

I'm 14 and this is one of m favorite songs to sing and play on guitar. I'm a 21st century hippie x)

many years ago I was camping out in the Indiana Dunes. The Grateful Dead had just had a gig in Chicago ...well ...many of their true followers came down to camp in the Dunes. Oh my.. it was amazing.... I woke up with a sweet fellow curled up by the warm embers of my fire and another asked me to point him to the lake because he needed a bath. Needless to say .... that morning you could get a lovely contact-high just walking through the park. God Bless them all...Great Memories

wonderful music from a wonderful group...LET THERE BE SONGS TO FILL THE AIR...Oh My what wonderful times we had and they continue to give us thru their music....My heart feels like I am 15 and I am 60!!!! So Young and Alive!!!!!!! Thank You gentlemen!!!!!!

This song is beautiful. This music touches my soul sincerely. ❤

Let there be songs that fill the air!

Fabulous song by the Dead.

50 years a Deadhead. This is my fave. Jerry was a pretty spiritual guy! Miss him so badly! RIP❤

I saw the Dead in 1972 in OKC and they came out for the second set with acoustical instruments and played. Awesome show!

Reading these comments I seem like I am very similar to some of you guys. Listening to the finest of music for 40 years now and just recently stumbled upon the Grateful Dead. Can't believe I wasn't into this band before. Just got American Beauty on vinyl and well....I am simply amazed!!!!! Only sadness is that I won't be able to see them live.

the sweet harmony of infinite sadness

To go to a Dead concert was to be transported to another dimension. It was a dimension of musical mastery. The Dead would transport you on their music. They start out playing a song like Uncle John's Band and go off on a 20-30 minute jam and then at the end of the song you realize what happened and all you can do is just think "WOW THAT WAS AWESOME." And then they do it again and again and again.....

saw em the 1st time in 78, trippin on grey blotter, 8th row center.many more after. what a great time to be alive

we miss you Jerry

I never heard of these guys before but it sounds real good.

I saw my first concert in 1968 in the old Fillmore East. The following year I saw them in Binghamton at Harpur St. College and I was hooked. After more than 500 concerts, there are some songs that still give you the "chills". This is one of them !

There are those that enjoy both. My Grandfather served in the Euro-African Campaign of WWII, my Uncle served in the Korean War, my other Uncle served in Vietnam, and my son served in Afghanistan (3 tours). Those that are still with us love it. ( I make sure to introduce the concept THANK YOU for your service! I introduce the music to those who are willling to hear. Thank you again for your sacrifice. I know first hand what it was. Love and Peace!

Just one of those nights..........thanks jerry!

CHARLIE SEZ One of my favorite GREATFUL DEAD songs ... 'NUFF SAID

the dead music is the best to listen to while working... soothing and happy. just love this one the best

One of my favorite songs by my favorite band. It makes me sad I was born in 2000 and never got to see them live

Miss you Sooooo much. Love you lots and lots

Best dead acoustic ever! Thank you : )

I was about 4 or 5 In the hospital and family showed up with gd tapes and it changed my view on life

Whether you like this band or not this song is a time capsule. A ticket to a place that can no longer be visited. If one song can be bigger than a band this is it. I never liked this band, but this song takes you back to a time and a place. If there was a jug band that could play both heaven and hell, this is it!

Reach out your hand if your cup be empty If your cup is full may it be again Let it be known there is a fountain That was not made by the hands of men

If I knew the way, I would take you home. Indeed. Oh, Jerry, how we miss you.

the good old dead,only got to see them once excellent night.great song and quality video.

3 years today Jimmy. Lost YOU to that horrible Ailment ......the BIG C. A friend of 50+ years. MISS YOU LIKE HELL. MY BROTHER of another Mother.

Tears for Jerry

R.I.P. Jerry

One of the best songs ever written. This song makes me cheese so bad and sends chills up my spine every time i listen to it. Let the music play!!!!

Thumbs up if this should be shown in High School US History class. 1980 Dead, with the acousitc sets at Warfield and MSG, should be part of our history. Long live Jerry and the Dead!!!

what a beautiful live version of Ripple. Thanks !!!

If I knew the way I would take you home.

Arlog 11, I completely agree with your statement. I am a lover of all music but for some reason the Dead never felt right to me. I had a boss who was obsessed, dropped out of school to follow them and so he would play them constantly and I really just never understood it. Two years later it all makes sense and I'm so "grateful" that it has finally hit me. They are wonderful. I am in love with their sound and vibe :)

Been without electricity for HOURS, (hurricane Sandy) just put the "love light on" and all our neighbors are here. Started up the generator for tunes (Jerry), and to cook dinner. Yes, some things just "ARE". To listen and understand is cool. To have listened and have been there is, "to get it-always". Hope everyone is safe through the storm. Peace and Love always..

Hey Wildcats I know. So sad his parting 20+ years now. But I am so grateful to the dead always. They gave so much to so many. Taught me another way that I still live by. Love and only love. Whenever I get mad with the US (Trump!!) I just think of Jerry, the son of Spanish immigrants but quintessentially a Californian. Love to all deadheads from the UK. x

I hold it near, as it were my own.

some of my greatest memories were hitching to the next show and going into that great happy place meet great new people and make great friends. When I was pregnant use to play for him and when he was born he loved it and now his son loves it it just keeps going from my Mom to me to my son to his son got to love when music can carry through your life to others in the future!

was born in 1972 but I am just an old soul and so glad it has great taste in music. #RIPjerry

I cry everytime I watch this.

I am 14 and this is my favorite song, who doesnt like Jerry. :)

This was played at my sister-in-law's funeral today. So amazing.

I am truly baffled that more than 200 people could dislike this...how can that be?!?!

I want this played at my funeral. Does anyone know what show this is?

what show ??! how could yuo not include that in description ?!

There will never be a travelling show like this ever again!

It makes me little teary-eyed myself. This soulful man always made me smile when I saw him sing. Even when it was a sad song. I miss him. I put on a CD these days and it still makes me smile. I'm thankful for that! But it's not quite the same smile. RIP, dear friend. I'm gonna put "Europe '72" on right now. Thanks for listening to a sentimental old man. Gotta put that cd on now. BYE