I met Darryl in 2001 at one of his shows at Coupland Dance Hall in Texas. A couple of months later in December, I saw him at the airport in Houston. He was headed somewhere to film a Christmas Special and I was headed to Knoxville, Tennessee. We chatted about my Mom passing away and I asked him if he would sing this for me. One of the guys who worked for him laughed (thinking Darryl would not play it) but he did. Just like out of a movie, he pulled out his guitar and sand this for me in Houston Hobby airport while we were both waiting for our flights. I will never forget it - ever.
When this song came out my marriage was in shambles and I was working offshore on a platform oil rig every morning and at sundown I set on the bottom of rig on plus ten and sing that song, It was a inspiration for me Thanks
I heard him sing this song tonight in Nashville and it honestly touched my soul. Life doesn’t always go as planned, but keeping faith that the wind will fill the sails of your life is everything. Prayers to Darryl on the anniversary of his mothers passing. Amazing performance tonight at the opry.
This song is half truth to a life recreated by someone else. The difference in knowing and to be perceived. If this makes any sense at all. I just love this songwriter.
A year after the pain of being dumped from an 18-year relationship, I finally realize that this song perfectly describes how I felt during that year of recovery.
I rely on this beautiful voice and song often. "Second Wind" always reminds me to take a deep breathe, it taught me to be still and watch for "toe hold" that would help me climb out. Thanks, Darryl, your voice kept me returning time and again.
In my paralysis rehab days ..this song took me where I couldn't explore any longer as a c4 quadriplegic. Helped me to get my 2nd wind I once got in boats and and at beaches & lakes. Glazed out by web cams playing this song. Nice to have found it here. & his other songs.
Love all of Darryl’s songs especially “ I Miss My Friend” helped me get through the loss of my wonderful husband and later “Second Wind” helped me get through cancer and a couple years later the loss of my daughter. Darryl and his music is truly a blessing to me🤗🙏💕
Always loved Darryl. He's got so many great and meaningful songs. Just beautiful music that makes your heart feel good or swell up with American pride.
I have Gastric Cancer/Stage 4 & I have told my husband that my wishes are to be cremated & my ashes spread in the ocean @ Orange Beach, AL (Gulf of Mexico). I have a letter written for him to read after I am gone and in it I have asked him to listen to this song. Thanx to Darryl for such a beautiful song with so much meaning. Thanx for uploading & posting so we have the privelege of listening to it. God Bless.
I used to live in Savannah, Ga., and I recognize the scenery in this video as Tybee Island and Savannah beach. The shrimp boats tie up at Lazaretto creek and the whole place is really beautiful. I miss the area.
I was minding my own today when i found myself singing this song to myself...It had been so long i needed to look it up to remember the words. But damn, this song hits different with some life behind ya. Didn't appreciate this song nearly enough when it came out.
I've always loved this song, and the video is absolutely beautiful! Love the location and scenery. One of the most perfect song and video matches I've seen. This song should've been a much bigger hit, btw. Darryl's first album has always been very underrated, imo. Every song on it is so good!
Song should have been better than #15 -one of the best song that tells about LIFE. RIP Don- you were the tide that put everything into perspective. I miss you when the tide comes in.......did you stop loving me when you went away??💔ily!!!
Growing up, I thought this song was a household classic in the south, and now that I know it's not, I for the life of me don't know why. It had to have been marketing or something, because the music is top tier
There's an old friendly breeze that blows in the gulf of Mexico Somehow it always knows when I'm feelin' low So I'm gonna anchor down and wait till it comes around Leave the rest of the world behind, that's how I'll pass the time Till I catch my second wind, get back up and gain control again Find the strength I lost back when you stopped loving me I guess I'll just stay out here until I know the coast is clear Sit and watch the tide roll in till I catch my second wind There's a peace in the way I feel when the water's still And as long as it's calm out here I've got time to kill But as soon as it starts to stir I'll lose track of the way things were Float away on the open air, but I'm not going anywhere Till I catch my second wind, get back up and gain control again Find the strength I lost back when you stopped loving me I guess I'll just stay out here until I know the coast is clear Sit and watch the tide roll in till I catch my second wind
Always been a lover of the ocean and have always sought out sitting by the sea when I've been at my lowest point in life. I've watched sunsets over the water, prayed to a higher power, and let go of heartache and confusion many times, and walked away with a sense of peace and tranquility that one could only describe as the "strength to catch my second wind". Thank you, Mr. Worley, for such a beautifully written masterpiece.
My favorite Darryl song ever. His music is so heartfelt and soul-touching. He's always so kind and a pleasure to talk with when our paths occasionally cross. I appreciate all that he does to help others.
This song is my hero because of the words touch my heart it's been rough for me cause my wife of 8 years has just left me in a very bad world of hurt and suffering from 7 weeks of pain 💔 😢 😞
Some songs like this particular one just pierce through soul like knife. I left this on repeat mode through the day in my car playing. Darryl is really under rated gosh
God bless you and your fight. i had an old friend who passed a couple of years ago with lung cancer. he also loved this song. Johnny Jones....lots of memories with you. you got your second wind at last.
We all have storms in our lives to endure, this song, and its pure simpley honest lyrics is exactly what the heart needs to hear during those times of despair . I often send it as encouragement to those I love I
For me, this song is an old friend. And like an old friend, it always knows when to show up, you know? In my case it's a song about giving your heart time to heal, time to process the whole thing, and decide what to do.
