Luke Combs - Even Though I'm Leaving (Live Acoustic) 

Both my parents died in 2002 when I was 17. I joined the military and did several tours in Fallujah, iraq with the Marine Corps infantry. I just found out yesterday that my wife is pregnant. I'm now 36yrs old and would give anything to be able to give my dad the news. I've listened to this song 20 times tonight and I can't stop crying. I haven't cried in almost 20yrs. It breaks me down when the boy in this song is going off to war and he's scared. So was I. And now the part when he says "I cant do this on my own" is how I feel right now.

When I listen to Luke combs so does my neighborhood🔊

This song hits me hard. My dad was my hero when I was a little boy. He was the biggest strongest person I knew. He would always scare away the monsters. I deployed to Afghanistan on a combat tour in 2010. We cried our eyes out on the phone the day I shipped out. He told me he’d always be there no matter what. My dad passed away in 2016. Hardest days of my life was saying goodbye to him. I took care of him by myself for 6 months and it broke me badly to lose him. This song sums up my entire life with my father. Thank you Luke Combs for this song. God bless you 🙏🏻

This is the song I sang at my dads funeral just a few months ago. I love this song but its hard to listen to sometimes

I buried my Father yesterday. This song played in my head. Goodnight Pop. God Bless you.

I cannot sing this song without getting a little teary eyed I love being a Dad to 3 little kiddos. I bust my butt for my family wouldn’t want it any other way thank you lord!

Caring after my deteriorating 77-year-old Dad aint easy. When i get frustrated, I draw compassion and patience from your song. God bless you, sir.

Luke, you'll never see this but I lost my 13 year old son almost 4 years ago and I cry every time I hear this song. I love you for this song man. It's honestly helped me so much. Thank you Luke Combs. Sincerely with all my heart thank you.

This song fucks up my world every time I hear it. I just hope he's proud of me.

How in the world anyone can sing this without totally breaking down is the 8th wonder of the world

My dad passed away this year on Mother’s Day and got the news at 6 at night and this song was playing in the background and every time this song is played I cry like a baby I wish I made it to his funeral

This song is awesome, being in the military and a father of 2 hits home.... I haven't seen my family in 7 months but daddy will be home soon... Thank you for this song... I hope one day i can see him live...... Army Strong

Luke, currently deployed overseas to Middle East. Miss my kids everyday, thank you for this song! Can’t wait to see you live sometime brother.

I asked my kids to play this at my funeral. I want them to know that I will always be there

bro i know, especially now adays, that most artists across all genres dont always write all the stuff they put out, but every fucking song this dude puts out is a number 1 hit lol dude cant miss.

👈🏼40 yo Army Veteran of 13 yrs, this makes me cry, thank you @lukecombs.

This is so beautiful. He has a singing style that is so imperfect and breaks so many rules for 'good technique' and maybe he wont be able to do that forever.... But how can you criticize this level of beauty and emotion? This is a simple and honest man with a talent for transferring his soul to our ears. A truly special musician.

This made me cry and in a good way. I’ve been on that plane heading for Afghanistan, I’ve also was there for my dad’s last days, and now as a dad I’m there for my kid. The circle of life is a beautiful thing. Thank you!

Lost my Dad to Covid last week and this song pulls my heart out

Daddy, I'm afraid, won't you stay a little while? Keep me safe 'cause there's monsters right outside Daddy, please don't go, I don't wanna be alone 'Cause the second that you're gone they're gonna know Before he went to bed he grabbed my hand and said Just 'cause I'm leavin' It don't mean that I won't be right by your side When you need me And you can't see me in the middle of the night Just close your eyes and say a prayer It's okay, I know you're scared when I'm not here But I'll always be right there Even though I'm leavin', I ain't goin' nowhere Dad, we'll be late, and Uncle Sam don't like to wait He's got a big old plane that's gonna take me far away I know I act tough, but there's a churnin' in my gut 'Cause I just can't call you up when things get rough Before I left, he hugged my neck and said Just 'cause you're leavin' It don't mean that I won't be right by your side When you need me And you can't see me in the middle of the night Just close your eyes and say a prayer It's okay, I know you're scared, I might be here But I'll always be right there Even though you're leavin', I ain't goin' nowhere Daddy, I'm afraid, won't you stay a little while? I never thought I'd see the day I had to say goodbye Daddy, please don't go, I can't do this on my own There's no way that I can walk this road alone Well, daddy grabbed my hand and said Just 'cause I'm leavin' It don't mean that I won't be right by your side When you need me And you can't see me in the middle of the night Just close your eyes and say a prayer It's okay, boy, I ain't scared I won't be here, but I'll always be right there Even though I'm leavin', I ain't goin' nowhere I ain't goin' nowhere

I’m drinking right now shedding a tear this song hits home big time ... makes me think of my living son ... and passed away dad

This man can't sing/write a bad song.

That second stanza hits home. My son is active military and just got deployed.

Had me crying my eyes out i ran into my sons room held him tight and told him i will always be right here he smiled and hugged me and I know he new what I ment

See Country Music lovers ..... THIS is how ya do it ❤✌🇨🇦

Always been a rocker chick, never listened to any other kind of music.....til' this guy!!!

Wow, pure raw talent! I feel like he’s just as good live as he is recorded.

I still can’t believe how anyone can possess such a majestic voice. Every time I hear Mr. Combs sing this song I break down and cry. My father was flawed , but he did the best he could raising my brother and I as a single father; and after serving in the army during the turbulent years of the Vietnam war I’m able to understand and forgive his addiction to alcohol.

LUKE MY MAN WHEN R U DROPPING FOREVER AFTER ALL

i love you so much😭❤️ this song has gotten me through the loss of my dad, thank you for making it❤️

Awesome job at the ACM Awards

What other artist is doing these? He never let that fame go to his head. Luke, when you do the concert at the FedEx Forum I need to shotgun a beer with you.

this song reminds me of me and my daddy I was his little shadow when he died I was 42 and yep still his shadow few yrs after he passed I lost my only child he was 20 it was hardest thing I went thru laying him to rest and I needed my dad to pull me thru but now I'm alone as they are in heaven I feel they would say this to me if they were here thanks luke for the great music

My father passed away when I was 6 years old at 24 I wish I could hug him one last!!! I will never take a second for granted with my son

Congrats on the 2 awards your the best artist I have ever heard and i look up to you has my hero keep up the great work man

Heard this first time fathers day 2021 while visiting cemetery where dad is that we lost in 2019. This song had this 40 year old man ugly crying the same way I did on day he left in hospital and again at funeral.

The mark of a great song is when it can be sung campfire style - just a guitar and a voice. No autotune, pedals, post-production, terrific effort. Thanks.

Lost my dad almost 6yrs ago , it hurts still until this day.

i lost my daddy on the 10th of july this year, we played this song at his funeral. this song hits me right in the feels and its funny because ive been mistaken for luke combs sometimes lmao. thank youi for your music man.

I think of my dad everytime I hear this song I miss him so much can't believe he's been gone 6 years 😭😭😭 love and miss you daddy so much you always had my back no matter what love your baby girl always ❤️

I can’t believe anyone would not like this.

No matter what happens to me my comments will remain with Luke it's not the old days baby

This song reminds me of my dog who died the same day listening to this song,i hope he's not scared anymore where ever you are :(

I lost my grandad this year and I’m still not over it I don’t think I’ll ever be over it ik he here with me always but I just want to hug him one more time

Possibly my favorite Luke song. Always gets me right in the feels.

Lost my dad a year ago. Was sitting outside the high school waiting for my daughter to finish her SAT test. This song came on and fucked up my day. So powerful!! Now to learn this on guitar so I can fuck up my day whenever I want.

I love you Dad. I miss you. Mom misses you so much. I know I can't help her or make it better. It hurts without you dad. Your my hero. I love you Pappa Bear.

I am from indonesian.., Like this song, Thanks 🙏🙏🙏

Make an impact while youre alive so when You're gone, you won't be gone

Luke combs is my husband's favorite artists on Wednesday he has now passed away he loved this song now I know why he left us but we will always love him

Luke is amazing. I work in construction and play luke everyday, often singing along - a lot of my customers comment on the music and ask for his name / song names etc. Much love from thr UK luke.

❤❤❤❤this is a good song for all daddies out there that treat there kids like the world!!!! 💋💋💋💋💋 and every lyric i understand the meaning... I got 4 kids n the same happen too me.. Daddy walked away from me but never left the kids.. Hes there for them hands down n i allow him to be there as much as he can n wants...

Every time I hear this tears break, but healing soes too, Am 37 year's old, and man I miss the hell out of my father, I swear too God I do! 🙏 RIP 🙏 🪦 Richard Taylor Haithe 😢 💔 He was my everything! The best friend I've every had, in this whole wide world 🌐 🌎 💓!!

My dad lost to Cancer and I love this song

My favorite song. Every time then i listen, make me cry. Make me remember my daughter, she lives with your mom.

My father just passed Vietnam Marine vet . Toughest battle he had to battle was dementia. My father didn't wanna go . Make sure to hug your family and friends and call them every day . Life is short and precious. Don't take life for granted

Love you Luke

Rest easy in Heaven David Long ...you loved by many especially your son Calvin. You did amazing raising up a fine man !!! You will always be here in spirit !!! We feel you and thank you for all the signs xoxo's Jilly Jill

I listen to this song so much since my son and husband went on deployment. Saying a prayer and and closing my eyes doesnt make it any better. I lost half my family in 2 weeks, this song hits the nail on the head but i wish it were that easy

Such a perfect song..🥺🥰❣

I need my dad right now more then ever and this just breaks my heart me because everything in your words is literally my life right now 😢 dad please just come home 😔

Everyone who reads this, we don't know each other and probably never will but I wish you all the best in life and all the luck in the world 💖

Got 2 great kids and a beautiful wife. Work hard to give them everything they need. My oldest moved out a few years ago and my youngest is planning to move out soon. It’s an old saying but time flies. I pray I taught them enough- showed them enough and loved them enough to take them out into this tough world. Did i prepare them enough for the time when im no longer on this earth. Songs like this really hit home --I hope these talented artist keep doing there magic.

SUCH A POWERFUL POWERFUL POWERFUL SONG!!!...

Beautiful song Luke. I’m just discovering your music, you won a fan that doesn’t typically listen to county. 👍👍👍👍

One of the best songs ever ritten... Feeling every single word.... Thank you Luke🙏🏻

I can't stop playing this song 🔥🔥🔥

Just beautiful 💗

I ain’t never had a dad in my life... But I think if I did I would’ve dedicate this song to him.

I would pay all my money to have guitar lessons from Luke ❤❤❤❤❤

Man, this song hits me in the feels. Great job luke. Keep them coming.

Luke combs is a god send music. Has so many great songs ! With so much meaning! And a great band. Keep up the good work! And your all American attitude. 😊😊

Such amazing talent!

So much i feel when i hear this song. Think about my pops,my stepdad too. Cheers Men. Hope yall met in heaven and talked about me. Im sure proud of them.

This song gives me chills. Very emotional and tugs on the heartstrings. Amazing Luke.

I cry to this song . It’s so calming 💓💓 I love him . Never fails

Im from Malaysia, and I listen to Luke Combs, seems like other than myself, no one around my community listen to his songs :'(

As a Dad, this hits in a way I doubt I could've ever comprehended or appreciated as either a child or young man.

His voice makes me cry a lot so beautiful 🥺🥺

Love you like crazy Luke you’re such an inspiration to me!!!!

Lost my dad about a month ago beautiful song 😢🙏

I’ve always loved 90’s country, and early 2000’s, but Luke Combs is the best thing to happen to country music in the last 20 years. He’s just that good.

Just wow, Wonderful. Thank you Luke Combs for this moment.

I’ve still got my dad but this song reminds me of my Grampa who was always my inspiration

Luke, I was at work when I snuck in my headphones and they just started playing my normal playlist, when I went through all the songs it started playing related videos, and when this song came on I said “Hey that sounds like Luke Combs, I began to really listen to the lyrics and I thought of my dad, and I can’t explain how much I cried while at work...I hope I can make my dad proud

I am a big fan I just can't afford to make it to your concert but that's ok because this is awesome hearing you this song gives me hope thank you Luke

Dude not many people can put me in tears like a baby. Dude this song, my god is it different. Pop was my fucking guy, my idol, everything that I am in this life is because of that man. Thank you dude this song even though I’ve cried many of tears to it, it reminds me he is always watching! And when you loose your super hero you need that reminder!

Thank you Luke , I lost the best father and best friend a few years ago and I listen to this song atleast 3 times a week to remember him, I break down and my wife asks why I do this to myself I said I'm doing this to myself I need it. It helps Thank you

God I miss my dad so much 😞

This song has me fucked up. My dad was my hero growing up. He was my best friend, my rock, the only person I could trust. As I got older, I realized my father wasn’t who I thought he was. After I joined the Corps, we had a falling out. He wasn’t there when I deployed to Afghanistan in 2013. He didn’t call, write, check up on me. Nothing. I’m now listening to this song trying to put my 2 year old to sleep, crying my eyes out. I’ll promise to never make him feel the way my old man did when I needed him the most. I’ll always be right there for you Adam. I love you son.

I love Luke Combs one of the most talented musician ever Love u bro keep it up don’t change a thing 😌

Congratulations, Luke on winning both Album and Male Artist of the year last night! So proud of your accomplishments this year!

Tears every time. I’m 40 and lost my dad during Covid . Luke and team touched the heart of the world.

Luke is a one of a kind acoustic artist,if anyone has heard patty loveless acoustic they would sound great together her. Styles are similar

Thank you so much for this amazing song I love you so much luke combs you my favorite singer you have made a impact on everyone you have helped me through so many tough times with your music thank you

I listen to this so bc my daddy used to say the samething before he passed...

Fúúuuuuuuuuuuuuuuk, that was awesome!

This reminds me of my baby boy in heaven❤️❤️

Man, this is an incredible song. Hits home in so many ways.

Lets take a moment and think of all that gave a pice of their life to army of any country across the world...this song doesnt need to be sad in some way it is very happy because many of solders come home to their family