Todd Rundgren - Compassion

[Rickster2651]

LIVE is theONLY way the to FEEL the MUSIC

[JivaPurusa]

LOVE! To know LOVE

LOVE! To maintain LOVE

LOVE! To perpetuate LOVE

[tommoserrealtor]

A truly beautiful song. Thank you so much for posting.

[ChibiPandychan]

What a RAVISHING man, always has been, ever so shall be. This song is to be played at my funeral so whilst I am gone,perhaps others will be changed by hearing it. I've loved Todd since 1978 and his music has always affected my life; I still play his songs everyday and they lift my spirits. Can you imagine meeting him? Just to walk along the beach and let him talk about his genius..............

[artyvlayd]

One of the best concerts I've ever seen. Todd is God

[zzyyxxo]

Always just himself,  I respect his artistry a great deal.

[Belayer4u]

He is one of the most talented song writer, producer and performer I have ever scene. He has not received the recognition he truly deserves!!!

[kahaki]

What of riches are told in a life without compassion?

For there's no winter as cold

as a life without compassion.

There's no prescription that's sold

that can heal you like compassion.

Todd, I will love you till the life flows out of me.

indee

[adreamliveson4evr]

@kahaki

The exact paragraph i picked out of an enormous amount of heartfelt words, always in a Todd song...compassion, now more than ever,,,

[ChibiPandychan]

@kahaki Wow! Great post! And I thought I loved Todd..this particular song is one to be played at my funeral, so whilst I am gone, maybe someone will be changed by hearing it. What a RAVISHING man he is, was and ever so shall be. "And how much I loved you, you'll never know...till you join me in my dreams"

[ChibiPandychan]

@kahaki 

[rockinroller7]

There can only be one reason Todd/Utopia is not in the R&R Hall Of Fame.

He is from another planet, proving that there is life on at least one other planet, completely versed in "Compassion."

Thanks Todd.

Peace.

Rock

[newsy8]

Soooo wonderful...I can't get enough of this song. It should go in the hymn books in all the churches! (those hypocrites could learn a lot from our Todd)

[FreedomZealot]

@newsy8 I think that's a good idea. I'd include "Love Is The Answer" to hymnals as well.

[newsy8]

@FreedomZealot

Yeah, definitely! : ) !!

[izzatluv]

So emotional

who cant be moved by this, sign of great performer

[tmotus]

Todd iz Godd

[yestimyes]

thank you love this the chorus is good.

[belladeballe]

One of Todd's best songs IMO.

[Electrice]

Nothing sadder than a life without compassion..Some people ? Can't you feel the vibe .Some are cold and have no feelings .This is what they choose ,to not feel . This has a strong and beautiful message . Just like healer ...These songs molded me into the man I am today . I believe the message here to be true..

[citjcj]

Haha..I ran out of space! Todd has always been what u see is what u get. Very freindly. A good friend of mine who is now deceased got us backstage during the Ooops Wrong Planet tour at Madison Square Garden on of ALL things a Halloween night...I will NEVER forget that show...or for that matter the countless others I have seen. I have turned to Todd's music SO MANY times during both good and bad times..when an artist connects with you like THAT...it is very very special! Love ya much Todd!!!

[citjcj]

I don't even know where to begin with this. I dated a gal back in the 70's who was a HUGE Todd fan...I had been into alot of music from that era...christ, my sisters were older and huge Beatles fans, amongst other bands. Then this gal turns me on to Todd. Needless to say from THAT day on I have been a fan and will be until my time on this globe ends. I had the pleasure since that time of meeting both Todd AND his Mom...she used to go with him on tours when he played near home in the East.

[jimhurst53]

You want more, and still more, until you get more than you ever bargained for...compassion, a mixed blessing, beautifully defined.

Check out the other version posted by rogsteel...few views, but worth a look.

[tommyboy6267]

Todd and the late great Vince Welnick on stage together again. The last time was when...and if you Todd fans can believe this...was when Utopia "opened" for the tubes on the Inside Outside tour. Sad days for the best band I've ever heard. But wouldn't it have been awsome to be in the audience then. Vince has since passed away from cancer, but we will always be able to hear those sweet notes when we hear this song and the Tubes.

[mapingthefreakout]

If popular music was really cool it would sound like this. Todd, you're my hero every time I hear you. 

[TheChiFlows]

Musical Genuis since the NAZZ days Under the ice !.

[newsy8]

Beautiful Todd.

[rabbitntigger]

i was not aware of this song...very unusual but inspirational...something to seek for in our own lives...compassion...it speaks very true for me...

[WillisKordo1138]

Todd,

when others look away,

you let us see !!!

[5victor7]

@WillisKordo1138 are not his words wonderful?

[gudatine]

Todd, you are beautiful.

[23melody]

Brilliant singer !

[kingscott58]

i consider myself very lucky to have enjoyed not only todd's music; but to have the back side of the the " runt" album on my right arm!!!! we all need 'just one more victory to get us over the hump. thanx for the post. too have that much feeling is an art upon itself!

[jessebel1]

As I battle this disease of cancer, Todd makes my struggle easier. I listen to him everynight and am able to sleep with his beautiful haunting voice singing in my ear. I hope some day to be able to see him in concert..... what a voice. true compassion.... love you TR.....

[5victor7]

I battle a disease as well.... his words are truly sent from some divine source and i thank whatever it is....it just does not matter..... the divine is able to express itself in all of us if we just allow it....and I thank you for expressing yourself here and now....blessing and healing to you and all of us!

[jessebel1]

thank you 5victor7 for sending me the lovely compassionate note. Blessing and healing for you as well...

[mike584]

I wish you and 5victor7 the best of luck in fighting.  Have faith in yourselves and you'll be ok.

[abrunomack]

What a beautiful thing. I'm 22 years old. Todd has been with me since day one thanks to my dad. I'm probably not aware of half the positive influence Todd has had on my psychological/spiritual development.

[5victor7]

@abrunomack he is so insightful!

[blastmir]

@abrunomack - very cool. I am in awe of the number of people who share this sentiment. I too have turned to Todd's music for years to heal, calm rage and also to be angry if needed. He really is an expert at connecting the heart of an emotion to a lyric and melody. Keep up the awareness!

Best J

[BamaBoots]

As Todd says "Get down on your knees and pray for compassion".

[5victor7]

are you from alabama? because i am beginning to believe i am the only one of us! do tell....because Todd is a wonderful spokesperson for so many of us!

[emilemily2010]

I am healed Thanks Todd

[ingestiloabarth]

So true: we all need some compassion. Lyrics are (as always) superb. Love it Full stop

[manfrottoman]

A Genius!

[mdmdoink]

goosebumps.... wow..

[Pryncenyck]

Love this sound...vintage 80's sounding rock ..Todd's so talented man!

[kahaki]

gratitude.

[hawkeye337]

Thanks for posting, have been a Todd fan far too long. This is a great song and an outstanding performance.

[bunnoatnichibei]

Not sure it's possible to be a Todd fan for too long...

[shegogirl]

It's like chocolate... you just need a bite or two... but often.

[TheChiFlows]

@bunnoatnichibei WHAT DO YOU MEAN ?

[rockwello]

Great song!