A great job covering a great song. I've loved this song since first hearing it in 1991 in "Longtime Companion." I re-wound the VHS and watched the movie all over again. I just had to know the guys were alright in a way that this song could convince me of. The subject matter of the movie is dark, but the song shines a bright light on hope that prevails. I love your cover of this song. You did it great justice. Thanks for posting it.
I still love this song. I must listen to it every once in a while. It makes me cry and I always feel better afterwards. Thank-you for having it on YouTube.
@mcclainx First, thank you - this is an amazing cover - like many others it got me crying away...Also not sure if you noticed, but Zane Campbell called your rendition excellent in an early comment here. High praise. :-)
I too remember the first time i rented longtime companion, and this song has haunted me since. I lost my mother to suicide in 1994 and i thin of her every time i hear this song..Thank you so much. Your the Best..georgous too.
@elvampiro89 I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. I'm just reading your comment and my heart goes to God on you and your family's behalf. I feel so bad for you and I want you to know I care and am here for you. I believe in God and prayer, as He wants us to pray for the suffering. I hope you all are better stabilized now. Love and blessings, Randy
@kissfox5 I cant begin to thank you enough. Your kind, heartfelt comment was so wonderful I really dont know what to say. You are a shinning example how many good hearted, sweet people still exist, and make comments on Youtube...which has been somewhat over-run by haters and mean spirited people lately. Thanks for reminding me there are still plenty of us good spirited, good-hearted people around to wish well to those who need it..I wont forget your kindness..thanks again..friend.
One word my friend AWESOME. You did such a great job with this song. Takes me back to all my friends that I have lost and brings a tear to my eye. Keep up the great singing. This song means so much to so many people. Thank you.
This song is such a beautiful, hidden jem that deserves more recogniton. I have loved it since I first saw Longtime Companion back in 1990 when it cam out . Such a poweful message to and for anyone who has lost somebody. We have such a long way to go in this fight. Thank you for such a beautiful cover of such a fantastic and meaningful song.
mcclainx, Thanks for posting this song. I remember seeing the movie in 1990..I think that is when it first came out. My friend had just died of AIDS and I remember crying so hard at the end. Hard to beleive 19yrs since he died...I still miss him like it was yesterday. Hearing the song again is comforting.....in a bittersweet way.
Maybe...but I was blubbering so hard that it almost sounded like laughing. And I couldn't stop. And the person in front of me turned around and glared at me until I explained after the movie was over
And really, it was totally a sucker's ending. A little manipulative. But it was also a *REALLY* good cry!
@kuffpah1 Don't give a second thought to what people may think when you express your emotions. We all function our own ways. If you didn't care, you wouldn't have been overwhelmed with emotion. The others are the questionable ones. When I watched this (rental/VHS, in 1991), this song moved me to tears enough that I rewound the tape and watched it all over. Humans need songs to help us deal with grief and cause us to cry when we need to shatter. This song and cover is beyond amazing!
@kuffpah1 when I mentioned re-wound the tape and watched it all over, I mean....the WHOLE movie. I ran sound through my stereo so I could record the song on cassette and I listened to it non-stop for several days. This song helps me cope with loss. I love it.
I just want to thank you for covering this song... my twin brother died 3 years ago and this was one of his favorite songs... you did a wonderful job... thanks darlin'
Not a joke: Today (Christmas) was a toss up between this cover and Bowie's Rock and Roll Sucide. Even with the vodka, the beuty of your cover kept me from popping that last morphone. Take it as you will. Your music gives life, not jsut entertainment.
Friend, there is always hope. Perhaps only a sliver, at times. And I'm certainly glad I could provide that sliver today. But man, never stop looking. It can be a life of relentless thorns sometimes. Tireless and exhausting. There's one phrase that has been a mantra on the darkest days, the hopeless days: "If you're going through hell....keep going." Keep going, man. You WILL get through eventually. Happy Holidays, and I'm glad I could provide some relief.
A great job covering a great song. I've loved this song since first hearing it in 1991 in "Longtime Companion." I re-wound the VHS and watched the movie all over again. I just had to know the guys were alright in a way that this song could convince me of. The subject matter of the movie is dark, but the song shines a bright light on hope that prevails. I love your cover of this song. You did it great justice. Thanks for posting it.
kissfox5 1 month ago
I still love this song. I must listen to it every once in a while. It makes me cry and I always feel better afterwards. Thank-you for having it on YouTube.
TheCynedd 1 month ago
@mcclainx First, thank you - this is an amazing cover - like many others it got me crying away...Also not sure if you noticed, but Zane Campbell called your rendition excellent in an early comment here. High praise. :-)
bwgproductions 4 months ago 2
There aren't words to express what this did to me. All I can say is thank you.
eclecticheart 10 months ago
an awesome rendition to an awesome song. *bows in respect*
carolinetigeress 1 year ago
Awesome job
copajoe65 2 years ago
Excellent! I love this song and you totally nailed it.
nepal91 2 years ago
I too remember the first time i rented longtime companion, and this song has haunted me since. I lost my mother to suicide in 1994 and i thin of her every time i hear this song..Thank you so much. Your the Best..georgous too.
elvampiro89 2 years ago 2
@elvampiro89 I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. I'm just reading your comment and my heart goes to God on you and your family's behalf. I feel so bad for you and I want you to know I care and am here for you. I believe in God and prayer, as He wants us to pray for the suffering. I hope you all are better stabilized now. Love and blessings, Randy
kissfox5 1 month ago
@kissfox5 I cant begin to thank you enough. Your kind, heartfelt comment was so wonderful I really dont know what to say. You are a shinning example how many good hearted, sweet people still exist, and make comments on Youtube...which has been somewhat over-run by haters and mean spirited people lately. Thanks for reminding me there are still plenty of us good spirited, good-hearted people around to wish well to those who need it..I wont forget your kindness..thanks again..friend.
elvampiro89 1 month ago
excellent job of a excellent song!
1bol390 2 years ago 2
LOTSA SOUL, FRIEND. VERY NICE.
oconnaugh 2 years ago 2
One word my friend AWESOME. You did such a great job with this song. Takes me back to all my friends that I have lost and brings a tear to my eye. Keep up the great singing. This song means so much to so many people. Thank you.
skp248 2 years ago
This song is such a beautiful, hidden jem that deserves more recogniton. I have loved it since I first saw Longtime Companion back in 1990 when it cam out . Such a poweful message to and for anyone who has lost somebody. We have such a long way to go in this fight. Thank you for such a beautiful cover of such a fantastic and meaningful song.
JMPCHI76 2 years ago 3
I agree. You have sung with real feeling and done an outstanding job with a beautiful song. Thanks for posting
abbior1 2 years ago 3
thank you for posting this cover. you did a fantastic job! keep it up.
gladisnite 2 years ago
mcclainx, Thanks for posting this song. I remember seeing the movie in 1990..I think that is when it first came out. My friend had just died of AIDS and I remember crying so hard at the end. Hard to beleive 19yrs since he died...I still miss him like it was yesterday. Hearing the song again is comforting.....in a bittersweet way.
Kenalcon 2 years ago
I first heard this song at the end of "Longtime Companion". I blubbered like an idiot. The ending of that film totally sucked me in.
I loved your cover. It's making me weepy all over again, but in a good way. I want this to be the last song I hear years from now when it's my time.
Thank you :-)
kuffpah1 3 years ago 2
I don't think there's anyone who at the end of that film DIDN'T blubbler like an idiot.
jawa0621 2 years ago
Maybe...but I was blubbering so hard that it almost sounded like laughing. And I couldn't stop. And the person in front of me turned around and glared at me until I explained after the movie was over
And really, it was totally a sucker's ending. A little manipulative. But it was also a *REALLY* good cry!
kuffpah1 2 years ago
@kuffpah1 Don't give a second thought to what people may think when you express your emotions. We all function our own ways. If you didn't care, you wouldn't have been overwhelmed with emotion. The others are the questionable ones. When I watched this (rental/VHS, in 1991), this song moved me to tears enough that I rewound the tape and watched it all over. Humans need songs to help us deal with grief and cause us to cry when we need to shatter. This song and cover is beyond amazing!
kissfox5 1 month ago
@kuffpah1 when I mentioned re-wound the tape and watched it all over, I mean....the WHOLE movie. I ran sound through my stereo so I could record the song on cassette and I listened to it non-stop for several days. This song helps me cope with loss. I love it.
kissfox5 1 month ago
I just want to thank you for covering this song... my twin brother died 3 years ago and this was one of his favorite songs... you did a wonderful job... thanks darlin'
twinumbertwo 3 years ago
BRAVO! My hats off to you. A wonderful job. You have done it justice. Thanks for posting my friend. :)
smokestevem 3 years ago
Saw Longtime Comagnion again tonight since a long time.... great endtune... and great performed by you!!!
oliverreehuis72 3 years ago
Not a joke: Today (Christmas) was a toss up between this cover and Bowie's Rock and Roll Sucide. Even with the vodka, the beuty of your cover kept me from popping that last morphone. Take it as you will. Your music gives life, not jsut entertainment.
tonygfl 3 years ago
Friend, there is always hope. Perhaps only a sliver, at times. And I'm certainly glad I could provide that sliver today. But man, never stop looking. It can be a life of relentless thorns sometimes. Tireless and exhausting. There's one phrase that has been a mantra on the darkest days, the hopeless days: "If you're going through hell....keep going." Keep going, man. You WILL get through eventually. Happy Holidays, and I'm glad I could provide some relief.
mcclainx 3 years ago
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Bravo! Used to listen to this song every day. Love the cover.
laurakoritz 3 years ago
Bravo! Used to listen to this song every day. Love the cover.
laurakoritz 3 years ago
Sounds good, great song
goodlenore 3 years ago
Thanks !! I can't seem to find *any* copy of the original version. But your version is really good :)
deadxkorps 3 years ago
Excellent.
ZaneCampbell 3 years ago 2
I take my medicine, listen to this song and weep for all those I have lost and those still left to lose. A beautiful cover. Well done.
tonygfl 3 years ago
Thank you, man. And please be strong and remain hopeful.
mcclainx 3 years ago
Thanks mate -this is brilliant. Waited so many years for this track
Roguetyke 3 years ago
What a great version. This beautiful song has haunted me since seeing the movie all those years ago. Thank you!
cathiejohn 3 years ago
Thank you very much :)
carolinetigeress 3 years ago
Thanks, Brett. I really appreciate it. Yeah, I was amazed when I couldn't find a copy of anyone doing this.
mcclainx 3 years ago
Dude, this is SO good. My mom can't find this song anywhere, so this video is the closest thing to it. I sent this to her. Well done, 5 stars.
BrettTheIntern 3 years ago