Larry Norman in the hospital greeting, February 2008

[ExposedBands]

What was wrong with Larry? I mean, what was his illness?

I've seen two videos of him in the hospital , on of them from 1993

[Mormonites]

@ExposedBands

Heart disease... Sadly Larry Norman didn't live long enough to see 2011! In our circles, Diabetes, Heart and Cardiovascular Disease are a non-issue for people suffering with those conditions, I could have helped spare him of such an untimely demise without drugs or surgery. :(

If only he had lived long enough, he could have lived another 30+ years totally disease free with my help.

[domnal]

Even as an atheist I can say I always liked this guy !! Because he was such a great human being . I always saw his humanity and not his religion . I shared his love of guitar music !! He could be scathingly witty about trad religious ideas and behaviours he was one on his own !! I was sorry to hear he died of dire heart disease . He could not get treatment as his insurance had lapsed. I think perhaps he trusted God just a little too much !!

[damanfrom808]

i never met this brother but, i know i will. we played Left Behind video so many times throughout the years in our Churches, and the song I Wish We'd All Been Ready, from way back in the 70s. what a song of the Rapture of Jesus Christ of the Church. wow!!! Larry ran his race fast!!! and good!!!

[JuPp3]

How great is it to know that this guy has a never ending life in Christ.

[trhtpc]

Good for us that he died. He won't be scaring children anymore.

[domnal]

@trhtpc He was probably the least scary if not the acceptable version of christianity to date.

[norfrik]

Why is he in the hospital? Was that clip from one of his last days on earth?

[domnal]

@norfrik A very bad Heart attack - His last one .

[mrgeoovanni]

frank black + larry norman = epic video

[geraldofernandesneto]

I can see Jesus through his life. He was a right man. In fact, a disciple.

[geraldofernandesneto]

He was the real, faithful servant. Be with GOd brother. And we will see you there!

[wordofadvice1]

Hi there Larry N. God Bless You sweetie! :)

[METALDELREINO]

THE BEST!!

[wheelzwheela]

"Hi this was Larry Norman". That is such a classic Larry thing to say.

[patrobinson700]

God bless man, you did "cool" where they said you couldn't find it!

[flashback96]

I will never forget Larry when he performed at "Explo '72" in Dallas, Texas...see you in the kingdom, brother.

[renaacer]

Gran persona para recordar

[GMSirLawrence]

GOD BLESS YOU Larry.

[laughing4younce]

Love you always Larry, you were a never ending example of what it is like to be Christ like. We'll see you later my friend! ;)

[askmeicare]

We miss Larry ...but we will see him again!

[audreygellis]

I was working for cardiologists in the early 90's when Larry came in to see the doctor. I was the only Christian in the office and I knew who he was before I saw his name...he was easy to recognize if you knew CCM. He gave everyone in the office free CD's and was a great blessing. An inspiring man who loved the Lord. I'm grateful and honored to have met him.

[stevamoses799]

hahahaa...larry is so cool...

[msimpson828]

Larry obeyed the Word by imitating his creative Father. He gave so much more on earth than he received. His reward is in Heaven with Jesus.

[lastdaysguitar]

In his own unique way Larry really embodied HOW to live.

See you soon Maestro.

[saikepaura]

I love you my friend...!!

[EinsteinAlbertKesi]

Legends, they walked the talk & they still live today.

[2degucitas]

@EinsteinAlbertKesi live in heaven, you mean!!

[heylovehey302]

I love this man. My father is Jon Linn.

[CoIinsMusic]

@heylovehey302 I think I met your dad in the early 80's dude - he was a great guitar player, I can't remember whose tour it was (maybe Stonehill) but I remember talking to him before or after a show. I think I did the lighting for it, not sure now. He was a nice guy also, by the way. Sorry you lost him so early, my heart goes out to you. (Drew's Dad Jason)

[heylovehey302]

@CoIinsMusic

thank you so much, that means a lot to me that you remember him! he died when I was 6, and i'm his last born. haha.

[Groovebelly]

I was very sad when I read that he passed. His music has changed me for the better!

[musketeerinfla]

I met Larry in 1983 .I went to one of his concerts in Dallas ,Texas. I was allowed backstage and met Larry. I know he had to be busy, but do you know what he did? He spent about an hour and a half talking to me about Jesus. I've never forgotten that. He was such a down to earth,wonderful person. I just learned of his passing today...or maybe I should say his graduation to paradise. Y'know Heaven is rockin' now! Love you Larry,thanks for touching all our lives with God's message! Steve

[EvanConnellyNovacek]

@musketeerinfla Thanks for sharing that experiences people.

[gary52car]

god bless you and keep you larry , we love you ,just like your famous song with people!! gary

[bcsalmons]

i was at his concert in ontario on his heart surgery tour, raising funds for heart surgery, i think i was 15...1994

he was an interesting character that kept forgetting his songs, but we knew the lyrics. it was fun for us anyway.

[1perfectstrangerr]

Met Larry at Borders on 9/9/99 in Salem where i was living at the time. great guy. took a photo with him an LOST THE FILM...DOE...!!!!! I'll never forgive myself...I'll miss him as much as anyone i';ve known...I am looking for the "UFO" all the time now...There will never again be another Larry Norman.... NEVER....

[crescentfreshbret]

Wow! I didn't know Frank Black went to visit him in the hospital! I knew Frank grew up listening to his music, but I didn't know he was big enough of a fan to do something like this! That is quite a sweet gesture, I think. Good man, Frank/Charles/Francis/whatever you want to be called!

[deutschphilippinen]

i'm proud of having you as brother, see you later in heaven.

let  the heaven rock now

[nicktarr]

When Larry wrote a song even the Devil had to listen. He was that good. Bye my friend who I only met once.

As my Grand ma always said...now he knows. Death is not bad by the way...cant be...we all will do it. Taxes...now that is bad. -Nick Tarr-

[papatom609]

always up, even when down. good bye for now my friend goodbye...

[edwinmusic]

Larry I see you in the heaven!

[99Uschi]

To see people die is always horrible.

[cgtozer]

Rare bird indeed, Pazzensutra - maddening too. Never one for cozy Christianity - sorely missed - THE pioneer of CCM that the genre sadly neglects.

[Mayzee1964]

Love the guilt trip from pogostixx... FYI.... I been purchasing Larry's stuff for years. He would have been able to afford better medical care had his country valued every human life enough to provide health care to people regardless of the size of their paycheck or the name of their family. I loved you Larry... I know you're really happy where you are... thanks for everything.

[Yahwist]

This is to MAYZEE about here comment:

Nice bash on the USA! How do you know that Larry death was due (in any way) to his inability to pay for health care? This was a VERY offensive comment that shows little knowledge of the USA. By the way, I am an American living in the UK and for all your trust in Gov runned health care, I am frankly very scared to get sick here. I KNOW OF people who have died waiting for specialist care and surgery. I have NEVER heard of that happening in the USA.

[ungnome1]

In fairness, it is true that Larry couldn't afford to get certain medical care. People definately do die here, waiting for transplants, or very expensive treatments, often for finacial reasons. The question remains how to get everyone the best care possible. It remains true as always, the wealthy do have options that the poor or even middle class don't. Its a good conversation to have, and something has to happen, in my opinion if our goal is to treat everyone. But, how to pay for it...?

[melaniestevens]

Not that this is the place for extended discussion, but socialized medicine is NOT the answer. You will get medical care when they can see you, not based on need. Ask people that have been seriously ill in countries like the UK and Ca.

[3chrds]

Jesus would approve.

[bandjoboy]

to the grand daddy of jeus rock a real in ur face christian a radical see you round the throne one day

[YeshuaKingsKid]

God Bless you Larry, know that you have

been a shining light and we all miss you.

Looking forward to the Homecoming

where we'll all sing for HIM :)

[pazzensutra]

I met Larry in Cornerstone 2000, and he signed some albums of mine. Each of the signatures are identical, but none of them are readable, and they certainly do not read "Larry Norman". I will go my grave wondering what he wrote. Maybe I'll do a little you tube video someday, and show them to you all, and maybe one of you could tell me what it says. ...It was kind of strange when he did that. It's not a bible reference either, by the way. I will always dig Larry, but he was a rare bird, wasn't he?

[ausgang]

I met Larry Norman after a show in '86 at Wolfgang's in SF. He told me he didn't like signing autographs, but he agreed to take my picture with him. He gave me a Perrier. Thank you brother.

[heylovehey302]

@ausgang If you want a CD that's autographed I can give you one, but it says my name.

[Naoocotzo]

I wish I could face death like him. He doesn't even seem to care.

Actually I wish I had as strong a faith as him because then nothing would bother me again.

Nothing in life or even when life is about to go to a higher place.

[gnosis4]

I saw Larry Norman in Deerfield Illinois in the Winter of 1973-74. I remember him stopping playing in order to ask people not to clap, so people could hear the words to his music. His music will live on until the Lord returns. Thanks Larry.

[visionmaster153]

See you at the resurrection, brother.

From Canada with Love

[pogostixx]

How sad. I know if we had purchased his CDs before he died, he would have had better medical care and possibly been spared. I knew he was ill and purchased many CDs from Solid Rock. Too late now. I suggest you buy some of his music so his estate could upgrade his gravesite. So long dear brother.

[jbarryalive]

He was spared, hes in heaven with his heavenly Father, with no more suffering.

[Altair6films]

My first Christian album was Larry Norman's "In another Land".. its effect on my life was dramatic. Thank you Larry for sharing your love of Jesus in such a "Real" way. You will be greatly missed but you will never be forgotten.

[martinone9]

I met Larry on two occasions,what stays with me was how humble he was.Of course his talent was incredible as well!I remember him telling me that he thought "Only Visiting This planet" was his best album,I think i agree!

[volandvasoliono]

hero

[kaivader]

I just found out that Larry had passed away. It is a blow to me I hate tearing up but that is what he really meant to me. The songs that Larry wrote and sang will be with me always. I sometimes dislike living in a small town Being out of the circle of what is going on and where I drew up. Larry you will be missed by me and many more see you on the other side. This world is also not my home I'm just passing thru. LOVE

[Mattywag]

that's frank black from the pixies, i used to love them and he lists larry norman as one of his biggest influences, so i checked larry norman out and he was the first christian artist i felt i could relate to and that was my gateway into christianity

[lilnasty59]

@Mattywag That is a neat story strange how secular music indirectly led you to christianity

[christalee]

I am grieving our loss, but am rejoicing in Larry's gain. He is in Glory, no more a visiting alien. He is home, home at last. No pain, no grieving, no sorrow. God bless you Larry. I will miss you. Love, Christa.

[alistairdarkona]

what date is this from?

[hovanti]

Larry, we'll see you in Glory someday

[steplinn]

Yes, Larry Norman was great, very sad he passed. We loved to play his records when I was at Va. Tech in 80s. Songs and Lyrics incredible. Song "Six Oclock News" very vivid about the Vietnam Conflict. Yes he did have a beautiful spirit.

[vidwatchers123]

Known you nearly my whole life. Miss you tremendously. RIP my dear, dear friend.

[badsector98]

Larry Normans no doubt rockin like never before. An apostile of a generation. I look forward to see him live once more.

[doojamaflick]

rip lARRY .. rOCKIN THE CHRISTIAN WORLD WILL BE CONTINUED BY MYSPOON AND THEBANDWITHNONAME!!!

how long was that before he went to the Lord?

[Rawk4Life]

More Christian rock fans should be viewing this video because it's probably the only recent footage captured of Larry Norman before his final breath. R.I.P. Larry, I know you're in Heaven now.

[SlashGordon]

I'll be seeing you on the other side, Larry!

God bless, my brother...

and all my other brothers and sisters on this thread!

[Ziektu]

On the threshold of Death and he is Still Cool and Rocking ... for He knows where he is going... His life is on the Rock that doesnt roll....The Rock that even Death cannot hold.. Goodbye Larry... Thank you for all the beautiful music you left behind for us. Why should the Devil have all the Good Music!?? Thanks Larry!!

[All1Song]

I had the privilege of seeing People! reunite for the San Jose Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction. Right before Larry Norman passed away. A magical performance indeed and truly something special to have seen live!! Larry Norman was also honored and inducted as a solo artist that night and played a great set.

[OnlyAPawn1970]

I hate to see Larry this way.One of the great American songwriters.I was hoping he would live so much longer.Gave so many good songs.One of the greats!Rest in peace righteos rocker.

[joeFCKNenabnit]

Brings tears. What a beautiful spirit- to be on deaths doorstep and still be smiling and thankful.

<3

[drshock17]

I once met Larry after a concert and asked him for his autograph he turned me down saying that he was not a star but a servant of God and that all the glory should be for God not him. That was so cool it was better than the autograph. I miss him

[UnaPeso]

I loved Larry !He was my introduction to christian music back in the early 80's I didn't know that God had called him home

[Miss661]

Wow! God is sure happy to have his son home. Until we see eachother again. We will miss you greatly.

[2degucitas]

Jesus is busy having private concerts from this man.Larry is glad to not feel any pain and to be sitting with his saviour. Brings tears....thanks for posting.Bye bro, l8trz

[SuccessfullyBlonde]

I had the worse crush on Larry as a pre-teen. I wanted to "grow up" and marry that wonderful Christian man! I married, but obviosuly not Larry. However -- My husband and I raised our kids on Larry Norman and his message. You will be greatly missed by me and my family. We'll see you in that heavenly place.

[humanedomain]

oh my word!

LARRY!?! i didnt know!

you were a real inpsiration to me in my teens years bro - so sorry i did not see this video before now

catch ya at the wedding supper/feast!!!

[SmithQJohns]

whoa, i was wondering since frank black lived here in portland, if he ever met up with larry norman before he died. it's kind of weird, and maybe i didn't notice it, but there is no mention in any of the comments that frank black is in the video... RIP Larry Norman

[aldrich44]

i seen him in concert in washington state. on the campus in the early 80's good concert.and like you sang larry you are only visting this planet.your in gods band now playing for him.going to miss you.thank you for the great music you played down here for us.i ask god to be with your family.ut they know that your in gods great hands.

[corkyyyyy]

Goodbye brother...I'll see you again soon.

[guyactor]

Amen!! Can't add much to that.....

[Edvard1955]

I REALLY appreciate the posting of this video. It helps to see him in the hospital and by doing so maybe somehow share his (and his family's) pain and limitations during those last days. And Larry was all about, "this is who I am, I'm not going to pretend" and then praising God for it. Larry still has a sense of humor during his darkest hours, what a lesson for all of us and I am sure he would have written song about it had he been able. Thank you Lord for your imperfect, but willing servant.

[TheCodeCave]

wow, Larry Norman is gone from this earth. I hadn't heard till I stumbled across this video. Thank you for sharing it.

[Malus1400]

Is this all there is?

[GraceMercy777]

Larry Norman, thanks for all the great inspiring Songs, my christian walk from young wouldnt be the same and helped me follow jesus, well Done Good and Faithful servant

[accident777]

i kinda think posting this on youtube is kinda ummmm gross........

[believr77]

not if it's what larry wanted, though.

[drbcook]

THANKS LARRY love you bro.

[Adelaartje]

Where did Larry's wild hair go? Was he rebel off now!? Or was it just for medical reasons? Well, Larry is rocking in heaven now!

[HarpsofGod]

great grace in this one...twinklin'time

[runninghoove]

We'll all see you again in the sky Larry. Keep that guitar tuned and keep on rockin'!

[dougfloyd]

goodbye Larry! you touched my life.

[homeinheaven]

I never had the possibility to meet him, but I will see him beyond the sky (as he used to sing)...Larry we will miss you!

Danilo (Italy)

[Jendalessan]

My heart is broken over the loss of this brother. I can't wait to greet him in heaven.

[veryvisual]

I am right there with you on that one.

Don

[thefetusboy]

Just heard the news. How sad, yet to finally see him free of such pain is a true relief.

Only visiting this planet...

[12BarDave]

Larry passed away a few hours ago.

I'll miss him.

His final words (and those who knew him) are on Facebook.

[12BarDave]

Hi Larry,

After hearing your music at age 14, and being a Paramedic, Nurse and now student Doctor MANY years later, you continue to inspire me.

God has blessed you. His will, not ours.

Hope to see and hear you, one day.

David.

[thefetusboy]

Oh, my...

Larry Norman, I wish you the best.