FRIENDS Elton John and Bernie Taupin

I was inspired to make this because of all the great folks I have met through YouTube...the genuine care and concern for one another has brought me more smiles than words can say...I am trying to express those thoughts and feelings through the magic of movie maker. I was inspired by ~PUPPETvocals~ when Ruby, ~jcstgir08~ little dog passed away, and, I saw how much joy someone could bring to others..and, I see that alot here on YouTube. And, I realize more and more the true connection of our hearts. The images and this song have alot of meaning to me. My daughter, Sarah and her coworkers and friends from The Farm, my daughter, Charisse's family and friends, Granny Elva Walling, Anice and family, a rabbit for Deb, a dog for Pam, a kitten for Beto, my old Maxfield Parrish poster, "Contentment" that hung in my house for years, love for country roads, the old Jesus print that hung in our house as a child, and so many memories. The Norman Rockwell print is one of my favorites representing the emotions we all go through learning who we really are, and the girl on the tightrope still seeking balance...Of course, the prison bars represent my brother being held for Life for low level drug offenses..I know there is a better way. Please pray for the thousands being held. For such a brief film...this took hours in my beginner stages of creativity in the movie maker world. I have had this ole classic Elton John and Bernie Taupin "friends" in my vinyl collection since the 70's, and, it remains a treasure to me. This film is made only to represent my feelings for the friends I have met, and the universal message of love to all..and, to keep this beautiful tune with us for generations to come..I have no claim to any of the copyrights and have not made this for monetary gain. I am probably not saying that right, but plan to study up on that subject and edit this message when it is not so late...Mr. Elton John and Mr. Bernie Taupin deserve the recognition here...not me...and, no I still don't have any recent photos of me...;-)

Category:

Music

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• friends
• elton
• john
• bernie
• taupin
• universal
• love
• culture
• family
• hope
• Jesus
• country
• roads
• cat
• dog
• rabbit
• maxfield
• parrish

[slider41]

this is so beautiful...you have made a grown man cry..and i thank you for this...you are my friend and i will be the same for you..thanks for a most wonderful post Sherry...

harry

[sherrylynn70]

Harry, thank you So much...It means aLoT to me that you took time to watch and listen to this...knowing that I have truly been blessed with a new reaL friend in you..thank you so much for calling me your friend..that is what this is all about for me...now, if I can find time to be the kind of friend I want to be..I appreciate you so much for caring..((SuperHug)) ;-)

[madj723]

Simply, thanks...I remember this song from a movie, can't remember the name of the movie, but I've always loved this song.

[sherrylynn70]

well simply thank you very much...I appreciate your time watching and listening...the name of that movie..early 70's was "friends"..I can barely remember what is was about..but, remember it touched my heart big time..Think I will look for it on here..I have always loved this, too..God bless you.

[northernsummergirl]

Sherry, this is really wonderful.. Thank-you so much for sharing all these people and moments in your life.. with people you have come to know here..

Its nice that you were inspired and it brought you to pull out that old vinyl.. and this is what came from it... a beautiful video for everyone to enjoy. Thanks for the universal message you deliver here <3 warm regards to you...

[sherrylynn70]

Christine, I truly meant for this to be a universal message and thank you for mentioning that..I love this ole tune..from the movie "friends" way back when..I just had to send this to you..for you are truly one of those "friends" and a very special one at that..♥

[magicalfriend21]

This song is as important(vital) as life itself! The greatest treasures that you will ever discover and own (possess) are friends who help you endure through the good times and bad times and love you for who you are in the inside and never let you go (remain by your side) no matter what happens!!!!

[Seattlecarnut]

Beautiful song by Sir Elton John.

[artist45]

Back in the '70's I had asked my mom and dad for an Elton John album for Christmas. Being the frugal man he was (and still is), my dad grabbed an E.J. album from the 'discount bin'. That album was 'Friends'. When I first opened it, I was disappointed because I had never heard of it. It immediately became my favorite, and this song is one that I love. Thanks for the rush of memories :)

[mirosuni]

@sherrylynn70 You have both made a grown woman cry!!!! We certainly should all be friends in love and peace and harmopny and you now have a friend in me...my name is Carolyne and I was about 12 when this movie came out...I m under "Mirosuni" the names of my two beautiful nieces. Thank you so much for both of the beautiful posts set to a beautiful song and soundtrack!!!!

[1969pontiac1]

@sjplwc You are right, however I have been blessed to have a best friend for almost 50 years. We grew up next door to each other, at 18 he moved to Texas his dad's job moved him. The older we get the closer we get. There home movies of us all though the years. Little did we know we would help each other though the deaths of our fathers, divorce's, family problems.. I do not know what I would do without Jeff. His mom and dad were second parents to me as mine were to him. We have a TRUE FRIENDSHIP

[Babyhowdy233]

@madj723

The name of the film was "Friends", same as the song. I think this song is ALOT better than the film was,lol.

[Babyhowdy233]

@slider41

This is actually one of the very few songs of Elton's that does bring a tear to my eye, it is beautiful.

I have never considered Bernie to be a good lyricist, but he creates some real poetry here.

[mpjg54]

Beautiful song..wish I had 1% of their talent!...the next song at the end, finishes early, so I went searching..it's Come down in time' from Tumbleweed Connection.

Sting does a great version too on the tribute album..Two Rooms..

Thanks for posting..brought back lots of memories..

[Nightbirdrocks]

Thanks for sharings! Love your compilation!

[RamonaFromPomona]

Beautiful interpretation. ***** Love your video.

[JesusmyKing4Life]

thank you Sherry for being such a good friend to me..i hope you will be able to watch my vids i have uploaded..i always love hearing from you and thank you also for your sweet and beautiful comment on my channel..i love you my dear friend.. you are quite a special lady to me.. your friend 4 ever~Wayne