Those were some special years to have been growing up as a teenager. We witnessed the explosion of rock and heavy metal music. The 70s gave birth to so many legendary bands. I'll always remember the parties, all the concerts, great friends, and wild times. Personally I don't know how or when my days will end, but I do feel very lucky to have lived them decades and I share your sentiments 👍 August 2023.
I got saved when I was 16 back in 73 when I was in high school. They called us Jesus freaks. I can't wait to be in heaven with my Lord and savior Jesus Christ.
This is an amazing version of this song. Dean Ford’s voice is phenomenal. I remember this from when I was young but it popped up on Reels and came back to me. I can’t stop listening to it.
If the singers from Marmalade only knew how much this song means to me. I listen to it a few times a day on a daily basis. It's how I live my life now in June 2024. Thank you Marmalade for making me revaluate my life. You did good! You left behind a legacy that will never be forgotten.
I was a young boy when this song by Marmelade came out, it has stayed with me all these years, the "60"s truly made "Magical" music, the Creativity and the Stories of life will always remain forever in my heart along with "Reflections in my Life" to always think back and Reflect on a turbulent but beautiful time in our life and if you were fortunate to be around at that time I hope you only had great memories.
I just lost my dad yesterday, this was one of his favorite songs and he even requested I play it at his funeral. The pain is so immense, yet this song helps me connect to him and hear him. I love you dad, this one is for you.
I remember this song on the radio and I was driving my mom somewhere and she said "Awww turn this song up" I did and when it came to the part that says " the world is a bad place, a sad place, a terrible to live ohhhh but I don't wanna die" my mom turned her head to look out the window and to hide her tears that she was crying. I knew she'd be gone long before me and when I hear this song it grabs my heart strings. I love you mom❤❤❤
This might also be a song on my funeral. Turning 36 this month, and still hoping it's a long way till that. But this song is so beautiful! Rest in peace Colson's dad
tHE COLSON , I LOVE YOUE COMMENT , your dad had class ,im so sorry he passed x Play this divine classic for ever it will bring your happy memories of your dad floodind back , Jane xx⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The man who wrote this Beautiful Song, Mr Dean Ford, died on Tuesday the first of January 2019. He came from My hometown of Glasgow in Scotland. He was a real gentleman and a great songwriter too. Here's to YOU Dean and a BIG thank YOU for brining back SO many memories. I know that many Vietnam vets loved this song too. God Bless us ALL. R.I.P. Dean 01/01/2019
William: Well I am sorry to hear this great composer Mr Ford is no longer with us. He shall be missed but at least we have he left us his songs for us to hear. Regards.
After so many years, and things....places and people, lost loves I thought I had forgotten..... I was.wrong...I wish I could travel in time and go back to these dear memories...
Seems I come here more and more for "My Reflections of My Life" I'm a 60s baby, retired twice and have a very Blessed Life! The older I get, the more I learn to appreciate those "Hard" years of sacrifice! And it's also a reminder that one day, We all will take that last Breath and there are no guarantees for tomorrow for anyone!!💓 Embrace your Life and those closest to you!!💕
I to believe this song and there are many in Year 2022 are even more meaningful..I am 67 but I feel the songs of this time holds a special meaning. What happened to this generation some of us are still but it should not be forgotten
I just lost my husband 5 weeks ago I feel like I’m in one big cloud anymore this song reminds me of us my heart is broken 😢 please pray for everyone that’s lost someone so important to them 😢
I'm so sorry for your loss and for all that have lost a spouse or other loved ones. My dear friend lost her husband on April 7th, 2023 when his truck was t-boned by a drunk driver. Richard and his best friend were killed instantly and another dear friend was seriously injured by a man that had already been charged with DWI 3 times! He should have never been allowed behind the wheel. Like you, she is devastated and I pray everyone will keep you and others that have suffered such great loss in their prayers. Nobody can imagine what you are going through unless they have been there themselves. I'm so very sorry and you and many others are in my prayers. Blessings to you always. =(
Same for myself. I was a (much too aware) 12 year old in ‘69 and this song has been relevant my entire life. I don’t know why, but there’s something special also about the fact that it was a one hit wonder. Like it was a song that was meant to be… A song that had a destiny. I was sad to hear that the author/composer had died. Rest in peace.
Fellow Marine who visited the Wall last September when you touch it you can feel them all. In a war that was meaningless, we were used and then discarded. Jim Trautman
@@jamestrautman2940 Thank for your service . I am a Son, brother , nephew ,grandson and uncle to service members in all branches .. I am truly sorry for the way you were treated .
Bonnie Harbin, Although I am sorry for your loss, I'm happy that you had one good man who at least stood by you, through thick and thin; I don't know your story, but I'm sure you're still grateful for the man you had, that you were his and he was yours. So many of us never had this.
I've always loved that line: "...the world is a bad place, a bad place, a terrible place to live......but I don't wanna die..." I've often felt exactly that way.
That's also the most poignant, heartwrenching line for me. What's scary is, Dean sang that 52 years ago, and look where we are NOW! A BAD PLACE, A TERRIBLE PLACE, and it's only going to get worse. I'm grateful that I won't be here to see and live the reality of that. Makes mortality a lot less frightening.
@@stellarocquie7957 And I often feel *that* way too. I find myself feeling sorry for the young people these days. They could be in for a very rough ride.
When this song came out, I was a teenager in crisis. I had just come out of an unspeakable patch in my life. This song may well have kept me from suicide...... Music has been my solace ever since.
I keep coming back to this song. I've been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and this one hit wonder hits all my thoughts on reflectng is my life. It's feels like I never left that era. I guess that's my home. It's been good, bad,and ugly. This sweet sentiment of a song gave us hope in the chaos of the late 60s. My boyfriend went to Nam in 70. The letters from him fit this song. You just want to go back home. Innocence gone when you figure out "You can't go back home". It's just a reflection. A piece of your heart.
Well said and HEART Felt!💓 Those were our days of innocence, when we thought those days, good and bad would last forever!!!😢 I'm sorry for where you are at this point in your life, I hope and pray you find that inner peace, God Bless you!!💕
From someone who grew up in the 60s & 70s I can't tell you how many times I remember the old days and how I wish I could go back in time and have a do over. There would be so many things I would change like talking to this girl in 8th grade named Sheri who could with just staring at me make me weak to my knees. Or try out for Baseball or kept going with my medical studies. When I hear this song it rushes old memories back in my mind. I really love this song. To all of those in junior high and high school today. GO FOR IT you only get one shot in life and before you know it your 60+ years old listening to old songs and things you wish you would of done....
Did you live my life? I take this song theologically, because it is based on the inherent sadness since what Christians call "the fall" . When I think about it, what a great ballad for a film as Christ walks to his destiny as a man, redeeming the fallen world with stunning bravery as he is mocked. He wants to go home to his Father but the cross beckons, there is still work to do. Thank God for the few times I have had a bit of bravery in my life. Fruit just poured out afterwards. Could use some right now.
This song came out during my senior year in college. The shootings in Kent State closed our campus. I had been drafted a few months earlier in the draft lottery of 1969. I was headed to USMC boot camp in a few months. This song has remained seared in my memory ever since. Hearing it now, it seemed to be the perfect soundtrack to my life in those uncertain days. Thankfully, I survived 3 tours, flying a Navy aircraft which makes this song even more powerful to me today. Thanks guys, you were wise beyond your years.
Thanks for your service. I was more than thankful to get through one tour with all parts still attached. 101st ABN. And yeah, this was one of "our" songs.
Sorry for your loss. Please remember that God promised. A resurrection so we will get to see our loved ones again . I truly believe this . And Jesus resurrected some people while he was earth so this lets me know it truly is going to happen. You might think I'm crazy but. Please look into it
I'm praying for you and "@wandalemaster1480", and my dear friend Debbie for the recent loss of your husbands. I'm so very sorry, I cannot imagine what you are going through. My heart goes out to everyone enduring such great sorrow. =(
I'm 68 now. I had a very troubled childhood life. Broken family, juvenile hall, continuation school, etc. Then joined the Marine Corps at 16, inducted on my 17th bday 1971. This song is beautiful but makes me very sad.
I remember listening to this song as a 13 year old and sobbing, although I couldn't explain why. Now, at almost 65, my brain knows now what my heart already knew back then. One of the most beautiful songs ever written.
@@josephbarto7999 So many years gone by, so many dear friends and relatives gone; this song, even if for just a few minutes TAKES ME BACK too. Can't listen to it with dry eyes.
My brother was a gunner off of a helicopter DMZ. I buried him in April with one eye, one lung, throat cancer, shrapnel that you could see under the surface of his skin. I wish that I could take your pain away. Peace, Bruh
I'm 67 widowed and every night play music of my years growing up. I just wish I could relive those days. If only I knew then what I know now. But the music will always make me happy. We were privileged to grow up in that generation.music will never be like that again, yes things move on but rock and roll will never be surpassed. Oh well back to my music when singers were singers and songs had melody and meaning.
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One of my favorite songs of all time. I think most anyone can relate to this song. I think Dean was ahead of his time. It is always a joy to hear this song .
Ephesians 2:8-9 8 For by God's grace are we saved through faith; not by works, (or being a firefighter or law enforcement or a hero or a marine or a veteran or a war hero or dying for your country or actor or puppeteer or News reporter/anchor or a soul singer or killed by a terrorist or a sports hero or our heritage or ethnic background or a fashion designer or engineer or a rock star or bodybuilder or a writer or cooking show host or walk into a room and lite up a room with their smile or a pioneer or a trail blazer or trending or a legend or a super pop star or bounty hunter or race car driver or football coach or country music singer or basketball star or civil rights leader or being modest or being humble or a Disney star actor or game show host or making people laugh or making people happy or never killing anyone) 9 it is the free gift of God, not that anyone can boast of their salvation." Eternity will not be about any of us or what we have done. It will all be about Jesus Christ who died on a cross to save us from our sins. We all deserve hell and then the Lake of Fire that burns with sulphur and fire on Judgement day.
We are witnessing a world takeover by COMMUNISTS, including here in the United States. They had to destroy the western/heterosexual/Christian white male. The hateful, perverted, psychotic white feminist females, were destroyed decades ago.
@@helenechildress377 Who's "we"? You can live in a perpetual "La La Land", but I won't. I live in America. Our country is disintegrating. Through 60 years of IMMORALITY, America today is perverse, addicted, gluttonous, narcissistic, psychotic, violent, rude, uncivilized, and in denial. The American spirit has been destroyed - all by design. With the communist scourge reeking havoc in all areas of society, this will only get worse, i.e. - chaos, mayhem, and müřdër. So go and smell the roses, down that perverbial primrose path, along the yellow brick road, on your way to the "Land of Oz". But beware, when the "Grim Reaper" knocks at your door - it's much too late.
From Canada: Sept 2, 2022: I miss him and his music, what a gentleman. The world is now such a very sad place, his kindness is so needed now, more than ever! God Bless you Dean, RIP Mr. Ford.
What a song--those of us who lived through these times will never forget this great song! It was a wild ride we all went thru! God bless all who feel this song and feel the vibs we went thru--God bless you all and thank you for this video!
@@whitecrossredground8820 We know what's coming isn't going to be good, we have no idea how bad and there is so much this Gen takes for granted! "Plan for the Worse, Hope for the Best"👌
thebadloser , i like your comment , i saw these lovely guys just before the passing of a great singer,, Ive adored this classic since it first came out ,,, Until eternity i say xx lol Jane xx🏵🏵🏵🏵🏵🏵
Saw this band locally 50 odd yrs ago after this song was released . All these yrs on reflecting my own life- lost many loved ones along the way including my dear husband Gareth. I lost him in 2020 to cancer at 58 yrs. We had 34 yrs together. Love you Gar.miss you love every day. Wish I could go back.❤❤
As we get older this is the perfect song to reflect on the good times and bad times of yesteryear,and today. Great group of the 60's. Glad to be a part of the 60's.
There was a lot of competition in 1969 for music playtime. Some of the follow up success by bands was greatly influenced by the media but some bands could never find the magic they found to follow up a monster hit. probably some great songs never surfaced with all the bands exploding on the scene.
Acct with playlists Death is not the end. It's just a new beginning. If everyone knew that, no one would be afraid to die. We've got dying backwards. That's why suicide is a no no.
Jeremiah 17:5 New Living Translation 5 This is what the Lord says: “Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans, who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord.
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv You must be very lonely John. Don,t give up on the human race my friend. Remember Nothing is perfect in an imperfect world. We were all born out of sin and we are all sinners.
I learnt this fantastic song when I was about 14 when it first came out Thank you to The Who , my only reason to live for then. I’m 61 now xx and still here. 😂🤣❌♥️❌🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴
This song tears my heart ❤️ out a lot of memories contained within my heart ❤️ but especially this song by Marmalade. If I never told you I’m telling the remaking members of Marmalade you were awesome performer’s. RIP Dean you and the Marmalade’s will never leave my mind or heart ❤️
Marmalade were brilliant, Dean Ford must have literally torn his heart out singing this one, beautiful song and so meaningful. Thanks so much for providing how great marmalade were by posting this truly live version. Excellent.
I'm 63 & a Guitarist from the 70's Era & My Choice of Rock Was 'Straight Ahead Guitar Driven Blues/Rock'. But THIS Song ??? There is NO Denying it IS a MASTERPIECE !!!
The Marmalade, were a Scottish band, but they touched the soul of such an historic time for, America. A goodnight song to the tortured 60's and the hope, the 70's held.
Dean Ford deserved more recognition as a vocalist than he got. Being in a commercial pop band & the plethora of great British singers at the time ( Steve Marriott , Eric Burdon. Joe Cocker et al) sort of stole his thunder I think. He is a tremendous singer!
This song brings up emotions that are hard to describe. Thinking of my youth and when my parents were young and we had our while lives ahead of us. How I miss my father!!!!
You hit the nail on the head. I was in high school in the 70's. This song does bring up "emotions that are hard to describe" The emotions leave me with a melancholy and sad feeling.
LOVE THIS! One of the most beautiful ballads I have ever heard, and I'm 67 years old,..I raised 3 wonderful, soul loving, very successful, children, they listened to their mom's music and embraced it! 😄
These type of songs were magical to me when I was growing up, very deep, creative, emotional and full of life, the world needs this kind of music to bring color, life and healing back into the world. Too much gray, distrust and hate today not enough love and peace. I am so glad I had the opportunity to live in that great period of music. All I can say to the new generation of people, listen and learn to this amazing music of the past it will supercharge you and take you on a journey to the center of your mind.
I remember my Mum dancing in the kitchen to this song, and we learned every word and it was our favourite song, then my sons love it and their kids are dancing to this song. Thank you for being part of our lives in New Zealand. Awesome!!!
true in the 60's feelings amplified in the new millennium. Thank you dean - of the best and very reflective then and now. RIP - hope to meet you on the flip side.
I just lost my husband from a battle of bone cancer 4 weeks ago I feel like I’m in a cloud now he was only 63 but we had 46 yrs of a beautiful life together we listen to this song in our backyard he would sing along now I find myself sitting alone we’re we would sit singing this song together I’m heart broken plez pray for me and our 2 wonderful kids that are so sad like I am
Funny how a song can bring so many memories flooding back, good bad, it doesn't really matter. You have had your chance, you can only hope your children don't make your mistakes. Peace everyone
The changing of sunlight to moonlight Reflections of my life Oh, how they fill my eyes The greetings of people in trouble Reflections of my life Oh, how they fill my eyes All my sorrow Sad tomorrow Take me back to my old home All my crying (all my crying) Feel I'm dying, dying Take me back to my old home I'm changing, arranging I'm changing, I'm changing everything Ah, everything around me The world is a bad place A bad place, a terrible place to live Oh, but I don't wanna die All my sorrow Sad tomorrow Take me back to my old home All my crying (all my crying) Feel I'm dying, dying Take me back to my old home All my sorrow (all my sorrow) Sad towmorrow Take me back (take me back) to my old home All my crying (all my crying) Feel I'm dying, dying
As I get older, it seems like I have more reflections, and more to reflect on, and of course this increases the impact of this song. It touched me in the day, but now it moves me. While all is not as I would have it, the tunes I grew up with still help me to focus and put all into perspective. Thanks for sharing the music and I hope this smooths the wrinkles in your soul today as you listen to it.
An astonishingly poignant and moving song. Having lost my father and much loved father in law in the last 3 years this song always makes me think of them and brings a lump to my throat.
On my top ten list of the best sad songs of all time! And this was there very best performance captured on film of this awesome song! I keep coming back here to listen again and again!
Oh yeah I remember this song I used to sing this in my room as kid. They sound like the Hollies a little bit but this was when the radio played an amazing range of songs from every different genre of music. I miss those days of radio. Long may they live and thanks to You-Tube we get them at the touch of a button Love it Glenn Augustyn
l was 13when this song came out as I was watching the news as the boys older then me werebeing killed the American warrior isthe bestin the world the and liveswere sold. outin a war that the government had no object to win or seek an objective. love thevn war veterans for there valor ! as iama youger vet this song bring tears to my eyes! sjg Daniel kelleher!
