Search results
Jun 20, 2024 · Though it’s hard to pick a favorite Prine song, we’re partial to the off-kilter love story of “Donald and Lydia.” Uncover the meaning behind this ballad, below.
- Staff Writer
- 4 min
1 day ago · Formally titled “You Never Even Called Me By My Name,” it was written by Steve Goodman (and John Prine, though uncredited) and humorously critiques the country music industry and ticks off country song clichés. The backstory involves Coe and Goodman, highlighting the struggles and aspirations of artists within the genre.
Jul 2, 2024 · Tuesday, July 02, 2024. John Prine & Steve Goodman. Another Bob S, from the 3rd Street Coffee House in Roanoke, just proposed the idea of naming a section of street there for John Prine .
15 hours ago · The late 1970s was kind to sensitive singer-songwriters like Jackson Browne, James Taylor, and Jesse Colin Young, and I could throw in clever tunes by John Prine, Steve Goodman, and Jimmy Buffett to show I was well-rounded and had a sense of humor.
Jun 18, 2024 · The song “Speed of the Sound of Loneliness” by John Prine is a haunting composition that explores the depths of human emotions, particularly those surrounding loneliness and heartbreak. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who is constantly on the move, running away from their troubles and seeking solace in the void left by a lost love.
Jun 15, 2024 · When they lost their father when Billy was 17, John took on some of that role. After John’s death, Billy put together a show, “The Songs of John Prine,” to celebrate the music of a man widely regarded as one of the most influential songwriters of his generation.
The Genius of John Prine. Over the years, friends had told me about John Prine’s greatness, but it wasn’t until recently that I truly listened. While enjoying a few cold ones, I stumbled upon “Hello in There” by John Prine, a song that hit me right in the soul.
