Sinkers Hooks and Things

[magicwoman116]

Excellent performance, thank you for the share, Cheri

[TSFboi]

I listened to this song as a lullaby years ago. Something suddenly sparked in my head and I remembered it, and decided to look it up. :]

[rickstudiomusician]

Gotta be a very special person to write this, Geez

Rick

[TheOriginalPoet]

Beautiful and touching song mate, I'm like the others...I often come back to hear something so genuine and real - you can't loose mate when they come from the heart, I'm grateful for knowing you Doug and hope my words have found you peaceful and well. Noy and I are doing well, we're doing some work around the ranch and chasing down new treasures. Take care friend! Mark and Noy

[tashahurst]

Just as moving today as the first day I heard it. Today has been 20 years since my Fathers passing and listening to this song has helped me - thank you!

[jordyplaysguitar]

very moving , outstanding writing !!!

[Maysey1]

No tricks here mate, this was very deserving of being featured, THAT's why it was picked. Outstanding song and video performance.  Sometimes raw is better and is definitely real. Our sincerest condolences to your enormous loss. Love, Mark and Noy

[MrCallumification]

mate this is St0keDNQ luv ur song still, would love to collaberate with you if ur down brisbane way... have a studio fulll with a historic chrometta!! beautiful mate... marvellous!

[funetiks]

A great touching song, my grandfather and grandmother passed recently, and this song means something special to me.

[2minstral]

Great tune my friend! 2 thumbs up. and a real understanding. 8O)

[silencioamanece]

Hermoso el corazón que es capaz de expresar su sentimientos

[coomadoug]

@silencioamanece

bellas del corazón que muestra su reconocimiento y reconocer esas cosas.

Gracias

[lileafire]

I lost my dad 4yrs ago...he sure had some tricks up his sleeve and some, he left with me, as well.

[fungamesss]

It's funny i saw this song two years ago i think it was featured or something, and I've always been meaning to look up again and I remembered the song title i just never got around to it. I'm really happy I did, and I still really love the lyrics and overall vibe of this song. I just want to give you a hug for some reason.. anyone else have these urges? :P

[olive19792010]

It touch my very soul, i hate goodbye's but that's part of life...

[a1g2l3c4]

HERMOSO TEMA...UN SALUDO DESDE CHILE.

[olguita2339]

eres mara villoso¡¡¡¡¡¡cantas muy lindo,,,,,

[olguita2339]

hola doug ,,soy olga ,,,me encantas ,,,,,te escucho todos los días ,,cuídate un abrazoooooo¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡

[luponzo2]

Parabens é linda a música.

[acdcs500]

great feelings dude ***** thankyou

[J0Dog]

Honestly, I love the way this song sounds. I think you have the perfect voice for it and you deliver it amazingly. Also, I love the amount of emotion in the song. It really brings it to a whole other level. :)

[ichingiching]

yes back again to hear this song.. *****

[3L4Z1N]

most enjoyable composition Doug. i love your tunes, this being my favorite. so emotionally raw and inspiring. Thanks for sharing it with all of us. Peace be with you. - Dean Moore

[Emerald5706]

Hi Doug,\

I think when I hear this song,I know just how much you loved your dad. really nice tribute to him and for a fathers day song.

[CurtisMateer]

This is very good Doug. A heart song well crafted. It sounds like a traditional melody but isn't one. You've simply succeeded in creating a traditional sounding original which is the way, I think, to write a classic song such as this one is. Pete

[jeffro1234567891]

Brought tears to my eyes. Very beautiful song.

~Jeffro

[troutmanwv]

Great song. I listen to this every couple months or so. I always think of it when Im looking on you tube. You are a great story teller, this will always be one of my favorite songs.Thanks for sharing this part of your life with us.

[Larisa1238]

Thank you Doug. I like this song very much and may be more than the others because it reminds me my father and the day he was passing away, It's really strange that we are so different and at the same time all people in our wonderful world have so much in common.

[cinderellalifestyle]

I was steered here by Julia's cover of your "original" , and of course I had to come here:-)..........it is such a lovely tribute, you've a blessed father...:-)sincerely,

LaurieLee

[bios36]

Back again Doug, there´s one thing for sure, this song will never die my friend

Rick

[maytagj]

I agree mate! I'm commenting from my 88 year old students computer. I've been teaching Robbie computers for over two years now. This is good mate! Mark

[TiffanyAnneMusic]

I love this song! :) I keep coming back. Favorited and 5 stars. :)

[jcampz6]

yeah, me too. I come back to it too. I wanted to leave the exact comment, minus the smiley faces lol.

Jonathan.

[josefiSnch]

your wonderful!

[sonilua1]

I´m here again Doug, listening you and thinking : - he is great!

[hamiskoolio6548]

my girlfriends father passed away and i personally didnt know him but the way she talks about him he sounds great..

i listened to this song and it reminded me of him and my girlfriend and i started crying.. your so great never stop making music you are so talented..

a fan and your friend, brandon :)

[tinker46725]

this is one of the best songs I think I have ever heard it makes me think of all my father has done for me Thank you

[mindovermatter2009]

Daddy died in my arms in a hospital bed in March. It was very beautiful. Thank you for this beautiful song. He is written in my heart and i know your Dad is. Cheers to Dad's. Blessings and huggs

love lisa~

xo~ 5*/favorite. and all the stars in the night sky too.

awe. they even cut my dads rose bush. : )

grrrrr. the simple things hey???

[buster541]

Doug you have a great talent most of us wish we had. This is a wonderful Original and tribute to your father.

Amazing Work!

*****

Thank You For Sharing This Great Song!

Curt

[tnleggs59]

I miss my daddy so much Doug, he died last year in march, this song made me cry because he was my fishing buddy and taught me many things

God bless you for writing this

God loves you and so do I

hugs

[faffytunes]

My parents were complete bastards to me

And I had to be adopted by grandparents so dont do sad songs very well But I can relate to this song for when my granddad passed away

Lovely thoughtful song

[FaeVorite]

Hello Doug,

Thank you for this beautiful song!!! Made me want to cry. You are so talented!!

Fay

[jelasings]

needed a little visit of one of my favourite songs...its still fantastic!! long time nothing heard from you...hope you are having a great time! cheers, daniela

[wesalittle]

HI DOUG! When I saw this one 8 months ago, I commented and thought I'd faved it, then I faved Rick's cover and couldn't YOURS! Man, I'm a spacer! This shoulda been one my oldest faves, but I didn't know I didn't have it cuz I just listen to it my RealPlayer list on my drive. So I forgot to save after I downloaded. I got it now, though!. Your friend and fan,

Lee

[WholeLottaGone]

Beautiful. Touching!

Thanx Raymondo!

~Tammi~

[Mariekesone]

My fathers values, beliefs, his enthiusiasm for life until the bitter end....

will always be with me and within me....

This is a great song...Thank you for sharing that with me Doug, you just gave me some more tears, but that's ok:-)

[bambina82254]

Upon hearing and reading the lyrics of this song, I got teary eyed because I remembered my father who passed away when I was only 15 yrs. old, leaving behind his 10 children. We may not be rich but his words of wisdom and his very positive attitude in life is a legacy and the treasures he left for us. Thank you Doug for writing and singing this song, it is a fitting tribute to our father.

[northwindclc]

Doug you know how to touch a heart. Glad you are a friend of mine. Cindy C on tagged. May you be blessed to write many more like this one.

[NTxfem]

Hi Doug....... beautiful song ....brings back memories of my fathers own passing Thank you

Fran

[demonhunter13m]

ROFL

[crushedvelvet1]

Made me tear up brother. My mother passed in 1/96. I know it's about fathers, but the feeling hits the heart. My dad is 80 at this time in Mississippi. Lives on a street with 4 houses on it. I'm sending this to him now. Five Stars! ***** \m/

[matthewwoolfrey]

I have experienced something like this with a Great Aunt who was very close and dear to me...this song really makes me remember the way i felt when she passed. Thanks, you've captured something that can't be expressed in conversations here.

[monello198]

thank you

mikee

;-}~

[Duralexxl]

droitier ou gaucher???

nice song!!

[royem1712]

very nice

[carbeav]

Love this brings what bugs me most is it brings back memories.

[pathaporn2503]

Hi Doug .

Do know you are wonderful , very nice your voice , your song this like too , thanks so very much , all your song send to me , i listening all and like very much

Tutu

[peacetrainwreck]

I'm humbled by your kind comments. This song (as well as many others of yours) is a masterpiece of writing and performance. I think about it each time I visit my cat-loving mother who's recuperating in a hospital. We're all pretty sure she's on life number 9. (8, at least.)

[georgeburns80]

It doesn't get any better than this, Doug. Such a beautiful song, and this video truly makes my heart sing. I've subscribed to your channel and now that I've discovered you, I'm looking forward to hours of good listening.

Dean

[ubuibiok]

*****

[jdwhite1969]

Very nice, very mellow.

[OlympicSong]

Hi ! The OMMs ( Olympic Music Messengers ) say : We liked this original rendition. Good country, good song ! Cheeeeeeeeeeers 2 U.

[mrrad1]

I could doze off from my studies right now if I could. So relaxing. 5*

[Revotime2009]

This song is so great I really love it. I have listened to it over and over for 6monthes now and I still love it. I know someday it will have even more meaning. Coomadoug ru left handed or right? I was just wondering you could have flipped the video either way.

[pili2255]

Thank you Tom!!! Excellent video!!!

Gaby.

[TomBroxExanos]

Hi Doug, doesn't matter which style. I love every kind of music. Especially Ballades.

You wrote a very beautiful song for your father, R.I.P.

And you makes excellent music with your voice, guitar and mouthorgan.

Greetings from Frankfurt/Main

Tom :)

[coolanddark]

incredible song my friend!!! Full of sweet sadness and life! One of the finest I have heard. Your Dad is listening up in heaven I bet. outstanding!!!

[inlandviews]

This touched me. Made me think of my own fathers passing though for him it was tools, not fishing gear. Favourited!

[EthiAdam]

I enjoyed this alot, touching is right, way cool man

[SongwriterEricJohn]

Douglas...your song really touched my heart...words cant say on how much I love this song, You are amazing as a musician and what a wonderful voice. It does not get better than this! This song reminds me of my grandfather so much. The lyrics I can relate to thro the song. I even still have his favorite recipe that is in his hand writing that I cherish so much. I am glad to have you as a new Youtube friend. Blessings to you and your family. Saved as a vlog in both of my channels. Eric

[laurenligocki]

This is really great!

[patrici895]

eres muy bueno amigo mio...besos

[sproutcentral]

Very moving song Doug...5***** Dave.

[SweetPlaywright]

A lovely song. I especially love the harmonica. My mom divorced my father when I was a baby and I met him once for 30 minutes when I was 11 years old. You are blessed to have had your dad in your life.

[jdanner62]

I must say, you hit right in the heart.

It´s a very beautiful song you have here Douglas.

I also misses my father very much to this day. A little tear in my eyes. Thank you from the botton of my heart for sharring.

[bucknorrismusic]

Wonderful song and great voice.

[Lillemy1]

Doug, what a wonderful song! Your voice is so lovely! Goes to fav:)

much love

Hilde

[Bluesbloes]

Great to hear this once more, thank you ib2fast for sharing this one.

Doug, this song is a jewel, I thought so 7 months ago and still do!

Roeleke

[Winkiened]

Niceee Love teh song! Dank je wel(=DUTCH for Thank you!) ****

[Maysey1]

Are you playing straight harp on this one (key of G) or using a C? Mark and Rob

[coomadoug]

Straight

I have often thought of having two hooked up at the same time but the mounting gear doesnt handle it too well.

[Maysey1]

Beautiful mate, just sitting here sharing with another musician friend of mine. Cheers mate. Mark

[coomadoug]

i am finding now, early in the song writing process, just at the beginning of the idea or concept, to just start doing a little with the harp, helps speed up the writing.

[Mowglibaloo2]

@coomadoug

What ever your doing doug, keep it up :)

[Soldierside619]

Doug, I feel blessed to be your friend as well as a huge fan. As a nurse i have seen death too many times. I have tried to preserve every residents dinity and aotonomy, with respect to unusual family requests. I lost my father June 26, 1997 and feel blessed to have been there to see him safely on his journey. Thanks for the poetry and healing words.

[helenjholmes]

that was just so close to my heart you would never now i am going to listen to the rest as well is there away i could get a cd regards helen

[finland53]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! It's been 5 years since my Fater died at age 94 and this song and the lyrics brought such longing, pain, sorrow, joy and understanding that those were the same legacies he left me. For which I am richer in spirit!

This song is healing!

[coomadoug]

There have been many wonderful things said about this song. This comment of yours is one of the nicest things ever written on any of my work. So inspiring and gratifying

[BeautifulGirlByDana]

I usually call everyone kid ,not this time ,i must say i am glad to see a few hundred thousand views ,well deserved n very heart felt , tis a story i know

too well ,Best wishes to you and your loved ones

[kiaweking]

That's beautiful man....

My pop will make 88 in a couple a months

The oldies all have rich stories....

[scata99]

good job

[backwoodsmister]

Absolute poetry.

Bless you.

[3xchampx7]

i love this song so much ive learned it for myself it has true meaning...i listen to it each time i come to utube

[MonkeylessJohn]

This is so beautiful.

How could any of us listen to this without a tear, and without coming away feeling comfort.

Thank-you for making me feel so much this morning.

[boneheded]

I wish I had known your Pop for you to write such a beautiful song for him.

[ute519]

Thanks for sharing your composition.

RIP for you dad.

joey

[lindacrnll]

Love this song so very much Doug... this song is so very beautiful...so much part of life...as it begins and it ends...

love ya ENJOY

[losthills]

Excellent song.

peace

[volrie911]

very nice song doug excelant harmonica playing thanks for sharing this with me i will use it as a learning tool.mike

[MGonzoL]

WOW!

I am speechless!

Most excellent song, and tribute my friend!

5 Stars!

~Gonzo!

[What3verz]

This makes me want to give my dad a hug.

[kliphy10]

Thank you'that was awesome.

[stevebaileymusic]

absolutely a beautiful song!!! 5stars

[AcidEntertainment]

I can feel presences everywhere. =)

[AcidEntertainment]

thanks for the link. I really enjoyed listening.

[leberkloss]

wonderful song. 5stars and fav

[IMTheMagicRat]

Killer song. ******!

[Jazzmanbf]

Simply amazing mate!

[marcie99]

enjoyed this very much Doug.. thank u for sharing it!

[bios36]

Can´t get any better Doug

[lindacrnll]

I really love this song Doug...really awesome song...just lovly...I can feel the love you had for you dad...real cool

[docphil177]

you sir are amazing. I love this song and believe you did a wonderful job

[websterlips]

such a beautiful song made me think of my dad, i would miss him so much when he goes to better pastures it made me cry. 5**********

[nanabonniez]

Wonderful song for your dad. Very touching and your voice is the best with just a touch of the Australian accent.

[weathermanspike]

Great Song! Really touched me.

5*****

[jelasings]

thank you for contacting me so i could find this beautiful, touching and wonderful song. this is sooo good- i really really love it!!!

[keg64]

nice song ,

[ronerin]

What a great tribute to your Dad. God bless you, Doug, it's a beautiful song.

resonator ghost

[lindacrnll]

I love this song so much...love

[lindacrnll]

love this song makes me happy to hear to some one had such a awesome dad...we weren't all so luck as you were....god was with ya

[boneheded]

I think this song is amazing.

[sbgalt]

excellent doug ;]

[scotishjohn]

found you on a friends channel

thanks

spent a few years out youre way

Bougainville and P N G 76 onwards

never got to oss

but had a few tinnes

[jtls8]

Have left several comments on this wondeful

song. It is always worth another listen*****

Thank you Marcus(oldcountrytunes)for sending.

[oldcountrytunes]

This is an outstanding song. *****. Thanks for posting.

[bios36]

Came here for the at least the 50th time You´re new song will honor this one!

Rick

[OlympicSong]

Folky good ! Cheers !

[roadbikemum]

thanks for your message. Yeah, you're right my friend.

I can't tell you how many times I've watched this before I could oomment as couldn't see through my tears to write.x.

[lindacrnll]

your father left you alot...never meet him but I can hear him and see him in you my dear...your a lucky man...you had such a father...we're not all so lucky...awesome song...defently heart felt...just lovely...

[WeekendinLondon]

Back to hear this great song again.

[CaptainAlaska1954]

very nice song

[singindork888]

Beautiful song and lyrics. Thank u for sharing! Reminded me of Don Mclean

[DesmonSun]

So Well Written. I think you truly have a Great gift for putting pen to paper.

The sound you create from your voice and Guitar is very special also. Good Man.

Got to be a top score of 5

Des

[lindacrnll]

Doug, that's a wonderful song...I'm a caregiver for the elderly...what a prefect song...reaally love it and fav'd it...Enjoy Linda

[megottabeblue]

ah jeez, great harp playing and great song!

[MicrowaveDisplaycom]

I still haven't been able to make it even halfway through this video yet - and my dad died over three years ago...

Not to mention that my brother Randy died yesterday. He was only 51.

Say now what you need to say to a loved one, because tomorrow may never come.

[Elvetve]

Thanks:)))

[zerobio]

Oh wow, coomadoug, what a gorgeously sad yet hopeful song! I relived the deaths of all my grandparents through your song and how I wished I could have sang that at their funerals. This is a gem of a song, proud to know you, sir. 5*'s

~ Elliott

[111oldie]

Wonderful song, perfect job!!5*

[bevanmical]

What a wonderful song my friend. 5*

[WeekendinLondon]

This reminds me of my last day with my own dad. You expressed that moment so well, and also the importance of the spiritual above the material. Still, your song also recognizes our own sentimentality over those material things which can mean nothing to others. Another beautiful song with a performance to match!

[jimmymac30]

Doug, I echo the comments of my friend Willy below and would additionally note my opinion that this is truly a great composition, very subtly presented, with just the right mix of strength and vulnerability. You're a very talented man. Jim

[willysunday]

Doug

Wonderful song and what a treat to listen. You have captured one of life's greatest moments. Reflection of a loving parent's gifts of hope, faith, courage, and more... terrific song, enduring thougt! thanks for sharing this!

willy

[beachfrontal]

Yes I repeat the many Excellents, in your comments page , not original I admit, but sincere. 5.(( hug ))

[pili2255]

Excellent theme!!! 5*****

Gaby.

[83smileyface]

I remember when my father passed away too Doug.Daddy was the first loss for me.

They can take away all their belongings,but so true ,they can't away my memories!

Thank you for this wonderful share!

~BJ~

[dlpine]

doug, i am speechless. thank god, you weren't. all the stars on this!!

david

[no2hate]

I hadn't left a comment on this song yet, though I've listened to it many times. I can see why it's so popular on sites where it can be purchased. Beautiful and stirring lyrics, Doug. A song that every one of us can relate to. Peace.

[justherewatching]

thanks doug.what a beautiful song.words and video.very good playing.5 stars and favorited.peace,love.mary

[My45s]

Ya Doug, this song still brings out nice feelings for my own dad. It's a nice song...way to go..RL

[Dorian8va]

Very nice- thanks for the channel comment and message- be looking for more from you...

[1280379]

Just lovely.........

Sandra X

[carlguage]

Excellent!!

[mmcs122]

What an incredible song. You've moved me to tears, here. Thank you for sending this.

[takkieaaa]

Really great music here!

Great voice and guitar work!

Take care Tim

[musicbypetermckenzie]

Nice

[CorralReefUSA]

wonderful song!!5*****

[jtpfreak]

Love it. Great voice. Very Aussie country. I love the song. Love it.

[claypaff]

This is great - love that classic voice. So great :-) Favorating this one :-)

[clivejohnvideo]

Hi Doug,

A sad, but beautiful, song.

Lovely words, especially "The things my father done for me live on in my heart." So true.

Best wishes,

Clive

[Debbyturner]

So good to meet you!

Really like your music! Clean, Crisp! Perfect!

Thank you!

Debby

[sherrywine1941]

Hi Doug..aaronrockin sent me back here. This is song is so beautiful. (5*) Friendly hugs,Sherry

[hollybird11]

thanks aaron for the share loved it 10 *s x holly

[gipsie123]

great job done thanks aaron 4 share.

hugs

tracy

xx

[willy350z]

Aaron, this really awesome, and I'll give all the stars from heaven for this talented talent!!::))Will

[aaronrockin]

This is sooo beautiful. A shame that 5 stars is the maximum to give, you deserve so much more.

Aaron

[HannahRae23]

i'm sorry for posting again, but i realized that this part "Death is a part of a story

Chapters end where new ones start. The things my father done for me live on in my heart." Reminds me of my mother before she passed away in '06...it's great that i can realate to this song in a way. :)

[HannahRae23]

wow....even for a 11 yr old..i luv this i practically listen to this ever day.....so inprising adn creative!!!....if i could i would give u 10 out of 5 stars, i would!

[redstrat17]

This is the great thing about you tube you stumble across things by default and they come into your life and you enjoy them. Excellent its made me think really hard about trying to write my own songs.

[babitabrindille]

Really, really great. I'm enjoying listening to all your tunes. Keep them coming! You're brilliant.

[skydroz]

You are very good . Your are a great model for me . I just bought an harmonica :D

[MaryAsinger]

Great song my friend!!!!

It's very relaxing song!

Love the hat ;-)))

Ciao ciao

Love and hug Mary

[nascarandamdrag1]

fuck this old coot,go play that to a bunch of tone deaf people like you damned bastard!

[coomadoug]

You were here in July with the same comments. Simply outstanding. Congratulations, you have stunned all my friends and fans. They are all shocked now and will never listen to me again.

You sir are a god damn genious. I thank you sincerely for your amazing litary skills and you certainly have masterred the expletive.

[coomadoug]

What paticular personality disorder do you have young man? It might be something totally new.

[wfh440]

dont listen to people like Nascar... he probably had a REALLLY bad childhood. AWESOMEEE SONG... really touching.

[nascarandamdrag1]

your an epic fail you old wigger!

[nascarandamdrag1]

we don't need no water,let the pice of shit burn!burn pice of shit,burn!

[nascarandamdrag1]

fuck you! go to a retirement village you sack of potatoes!

[nascarandamdrag1]

die you old fuck!