Randy Newman performs Losing You 

America’s greatest living songwriter. A national treasure.

Randy gets panned for some of the sillier settings, but you only need to spend like 15 minutes listening to his stuff to realize how incredible he is. The man is a freaking institution.

There is no other songwriter, still living or long gone, with such capacity to touch my heart and move me to tears.

Having lost a 13-year old son in an automobile crash many years ago, I want Mr. Newman to know that his simple, pure song tells my story too.

This man's voice is legendary.

..breathtakingly and agonizingly beautiful...Newman is a genius..

Thank you, Mr. Newman, for another beautiful song.

Randy Newman is a master story teller.

Randy Newman doesn't just sing, he puts his heart and soul into every word.

Love Randy Newman. Best songwriter.

What a heartbreaking story. The idea of not 'having time' to get over something is very unique and strong. Most of us who've dealt with losing a child, a parent, or even a a close friend, can relate to the idea of never getting over it. I met Randy many years ago, at a show near Santa Barbara. Sweet man. Humble man. I told him how much his music had cause me to think about so many things we take for granted in life. Not too many songwriters can put it in a song like him. He's priceless.

Randy knows more about longing, pain, sadness and how to turn it into music than any musician ever born. Not only musically but lyrically also. I can't count the number of his pieces that elicit tears within the first bar of music. Not to ignore his way with a lyric either...... A treasure, for sure.

I️ lost my daughter the day she was born... this song is one of the most affectionate I’ve ever heard...

I'll never get over losing my older brother, never......thanks Randy for explaining how I've felt over the years since he passed.

I've loved this man's music from the age of 12. He's got that magic of understanding the human condition.

I had the blessing of meeting him many years back (in Tulsa, during a super cold streak too!). I told him "Miss You" could be another "Feels like home: (a WAY underrated love song). He said the "up there in Idaho" line would get in the way - I said leave it out. Anyway, he was most gracious and an unforgettable time in my life. "Thank you eternally Randy".

Dear Randy you are my all time favorite singer/song writer. Once after a great amazing concert in New York City, I told you that we were both born Jewish in 1943 to which you responded "And therefore we will never feel at home in this world,." That was your exact response and it has stayed with ne ever since, I love your work!

I don't think there's any song that can bring me to tears as quickly as this one. The simplicity and nostalgia of the music mixed with the really direct sadness in the lyrics, it's just killer.

This guy crushes it ALL THE TIME.

My all time favourite musical talent.❤

I'd never considered that before, that as you get old you don't have time to get right with the things that've happened to you any more (And the older you get the more ppl get sick and die around you) - A great clear idea for a song made with a depth of Human understanding that only the many years alive on Earth can give. Fantastic song / songwriter.

The chord progression of the last part is so emotional. Randy Newman is such an underrated composer

Randy has never written a bad song. He's a genius

I've had the honor to officiate at several memorial services recently, and I think this is the perfect music to be played.

I don't know of another music-maker capable of this combination of directness and sophistication.

This, right here, illustrates what music means to us.

He is a genius and master of cutting thru human behavior and emotions in a song...he's the best ever...you can find lines from many of his songs to use in life over an over to express what is really going on...and help you explain why it happens...its aint always pretty but it is truth and just a little truth can make all the difference...in being able to find your smile and keep on...and his chord changes are genius....his piano playing 'jedi'...amazing man, wit and musician

Beautiful way to express straightforwardly, deep emotional loss .

Randy Newman gets to your heart, faster than any songwiter I can think of. I was reduced to tears, before he even started singing !

One of the best story tellers around. Brilliant musician. Duh.. There are few songwriters and performers who can make me cry the way Randy Newman has for many years now. What a treasure.

I love this man. He is so authentic.

Mr. Newman played this one tonight in Austin, and I cried halfway into the next song, I Love To See You Smile. Randy Newman is the only artist I love. I love the work of many artists, but as a person, I love only Randy Newman.

So much insight, so much wisdom, so much emotion. Randy is the great American songwriter.

Damn it! I thought I'd cried my last tear for this gal who let me go, said she had to because she loved me too much and I didn't love her enough and life was short. Now I know after listening to this song that is true more than any time in my life. Thanks Randy for wrenching my gut and pulling out every last tear...I hope.

He never ceases to amaze. So much talent. So much talent

The chord choice after he says "losing you" in the second half of the song is beautiful and pretty brilliant IMO. Up until that point the song is melancholy but that chord just pushes it over the cliff into true grief.

Sitting here in my office crying listening to this, hoping no one comes in and catches me.

This pulled the tears right out of me.

I can't explain why you move me like you do. Thank you Randy, there's only one of you.

I'll never get over to listen and enjoy this super composition of Randy! This song comes right to my heart. This is a love-poem at its best!😢❤

I admire you so much Randy, no one ever said "it's kind of a big idea" your in a class all your own, no fakers allowed.

His music will live forever

So beautiful and true.

Love this guy.

He plays and sings from the heart. Always has.

Listening to this song after losing my best friend. Wherever you go in this life, I miss you, I love you... and I'll never get over losing you.

I miss my Mom so much. Hasn't even been a year yet but I don't think I will ever get over it.

This brings me to tears cos my brother lost his yongest son and he s trying to get over it but never will. Randy touches something deep in my heart and mind which is a WHOLE LOT with his singing and playing and words all together

first time i heard this song, wow it made me cry!!

Perfectly complex and simple at the same time. I'm not sure songs like this even come from planet earth. I think they're channeled from space. Randy Newman has a satellite dish in his head.

this is my life and to this day i cry every time hear it ..i making it thru but its hard

Man, the tears welled up with this song. There are times you just don't want to cry anymore. Don't touch the side of the tent when its raining. Don't listen to Randy when you can't bear to cry.

beautiful song!

He is one of our best wits, seeing things clearly. One fine song, done well.

"Losing You" Was a fool with my money And I lost every dime And the sun stopped shining And it rained all the time It did set me back some But I made it through But I'll never get over losing you Do you know how much you mean to me? Should've told you 'cause it's true I'd get over losing anything But I'll never get over losing you When you're young And there's time To forget the past You don't think that you will But you do But I know that I don't have time enough And I'll never get over losing you I've been cold I've been hungry But not for awhile I guess most of my dreams have come true With it all here around me No peace do I find 'Cause I'll never get over losing you No, I'll never get over losing you

THE most beautifully written song!……it’s up there! 👆🏻

Let me say sir that you have lots of respect from ppl out there you truly can put emotion in songs

Makes me cry when i think of the person it reminds me of

a master,,this song made me cry..and not many songs do..as many people point out its simple and complex..at the same time..thats great art IMO

I hear the truth and I love it ... Absolute respect from France ...

Yet again Randy Newman made me cry....thanks for this.

Goosebumps.

Respect and pure admiration.... pure art

What a great songwriter and player. His American ragtime approach just gives me shivers.

This man gets me to tears almost every time. Such powerful song!

mr.randy newman I love you so much. I grew up with you from toy Story. your songs always made me feel emotions and cry. your the best ever.

Randy Newman, what a gem!

I really love randy newman. it's not just one or two or even three of his songs that evoke powerful emotions on me, it's all of them. They're amazing

This guy is so good.Spread the word.More people have to know.

Music has the ability to touch your soul...few composers understand that more than Randy Newman, a truly gifted individual.

So talented.

There comes a point you can't take anymore, thanks Randy, great song.

Thank you Randy for sharing this concept, and doing it so beautifully.

Such a great song and a touching story also.

His voice can be made fun, but no one can deny it comes from his heart.

Wow. What a gifted man. Writes the songs, plays the music and sings too. His voice is great. Love to listen to his music.

Nice song! Anyone that has lost someone special can relate! THANK YOU!!

OMG had to listen to this again how beautiful and how true.

He writes songs from the Soul to reach the heart.

but his songs will live forever

His lyrics are so vivid & beautiful in songs like this and it’s why I never, ever tire of listening to him. Thank you so very, very, much, Mr. Newman. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🎼🎹🎼❤️❤️❤️

One of the most amazing songs I’ve heard

Un Grand Artiste!!! Chapeau Mr Newman .

This guy is the consummate songwriter-- like you said, simple & complex; bitter & sweet; personal & universal.

Fabulous lyrics. Just superb. Poignant; deep; powerful.........just such a lovely song.

My husband died June 5th 2015 and this song expresses that feeling of loss. I think you never get "over it" the real job is ACCEPTING the loss--is that even possible?

I'll never get over losing my Michelle to vasculitus. One always remembers the plans, the dreams and the good times we had. RIP Michelle. & also, Thanks Guardian for this poignant Newman piece.

Beautiful song

Thanks to all the musicians and all the music of the world. Music that moves us, makes cry, make us happy, and enlighten our lives. Thank you Mr. Newman!!! You always know your straight way to our hearts and soul.

Utterley lovely.. and how very true.. everything is changed and gone.. before we turn around. Make your peace today. WF

You've always been at arm's length, but I always felt like you understood. Your creations give hope to the young, and comfort to the rest of us. I stand in your debt.

Sixty-five people were actually heartless enough to give this a thumbs down. Randy Newman is the best.

Powerful tune Ran!

Exquisit! So glad I clicked on this!

a truly great song

This song cuts me right to the bone Every SIngle TIme I hear it

Wow. That's the first time I've heard this song, so beautiful and so sad.

Randy was and still is my song writing inspiration. Like him, I never made the "big time" but we wrote some brilliant songs! God bless him.

Rand has so many songs like this... none better than the others; one good example is "Everytime It Rains." I've adored him since he appeared, have studied him thoroughly throughout my adult life, and never, ever tire of not only his musical genius but also of his encyclopedic knowledge of all aspects of history and human experience. I met some of my heroes before they passed, like Lennon, Waylon, Segovia and many others. One of my regrets in life is never having met Rand's pal Harry, my greatest hero. Randy, you're on my bucket list - and I, too, am running out of time. Love you.

This song, "Feels Like Home to Me" (there's one version where his voice cracks a bit with emotion) and "Marie" are all so very beautiful.