Alan Jackson – “Sissy’s Song”
Songwriter: Alan Jackson.
It’s interesting that the heaviest tune on Alan Jackson’s latest album Good Time appears sequentially after “Long, Long Way,” a bluegrass-tinged romp that is one of the most likable, sprightly songs of his career.
That sharp contrast makes Jackson’s self-penned “Sissy’s Song” seem even heavier, but as a stand alone—a cathartic release for Jackson after the sudden death of a woman who worked in his house— it successfully toes the line between being deeply personal and universally relatable.
Jackson’s greatest strengths are his simplicity and authenticity (both of which are showcased here), and his eye for turning personal projects like gospel album Precious Memories into worthwhile artistic and commercial efforts.
“Sissy’s Song” shares the questioning religious tones of Jackon’s top five hit “Monday Morning Church,” but none of its skepticism (or the stellar harmonies of Patty Loveless). This quiet restraint, however, is also one of its weaknesses.
While the song’s probing, stream of consciousness syncopation aptly illustrates how an untimely death catches family and friends off guard, the stilted phrasing is especially awkward on the third verse’s lead-in to the chorus: “They’ll always be of times I’ll cherish/And I won’t cry ’cause/She flew up to Heaven on the wings of angels.”
Although the verses are sometimes clumsily constructed and sung oddly low, “Sissy’s Song” shines during its chorus, which manages to be somber and catchy at the same time. It references the expected imagery angels, clouds and stars, and while coming close to cliché these familiar descriptions are appropriate for a song that seeks simply to heal and comfort.
Songs of loss are common in country music and Jackson’s song catalog, but they usually address the heartache of the loss of a lover (“Gone Crazy” and “Who Says (You Can’t Have It All)” being two examples). It can be challenging for an artist to articulate what makes an alternative relationship (brother, mother or, in this case, friend) poignant without accessing romantic stereotypes, and Jackson accomplishes that here.
While lacking the symbolism and grandeur of Vince Gill’s “Go Rest High On That Mountain,” Jackson’s somber ode will most likely touch anyone experiencing the loss of a loved one in the same way “Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)” provided an outlet to the nation after 9/11.
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February 26, 2009 at 8:48 am
I agree here. I think some critics were too harsh on Jackson’s “Good Time” album, but at the same time, I think he could have trimmed it down and made it Album of the Year quality… it did carry some dead weight.
February 26, 2009 at 8:54 am
Wow, I love this song.
February 26, 2009 at 9:34 am
“It can be challenging for an artist to articulate what makes an alternative relationship (brother, mother or, in this case, friend) poignant without accessing romantic stereotypes”
So true, great point.
Something about the track keeps it from going that extra mile for me, but I agree with the thumbs-up.
What does really impress me is how the desperation to believe his own words comes through in the particular structure of the chorus. Somehow you can hear him struggling with doubt even as what he’s literally saying is so concrete. I love when a songwriter is able to do that.
February 26, 2009 at 9:55 am
I heard this song for the first time last week, just hours before a friend was buried at the ripe old age of 55.
It sent chills down my spine.
What more can any songwriter or performer ever hope for?
February 26, 2009 at 10:02 am
JD, thats all a songwriter can hope for.
I bought this cd when it came out, and this has been my favortie song off of it hands down ever since. Very beautiful.
February 26, 2009 at 10:08 am
I quite like this. I agree it’s not as dark as ‘Monday Morning Church’ – which is possibly my favorite track in Jackson’s catalog.
Likewise, it’s good to hear something insightful from Alan after ‘Good TIme’ and ‘Country Boy’.
February 26, 2009 at 10:47 am
Definitely agree here. Wasn’t sure if this song would ever see radio, but so glad it will.
February 26, 2009 at 12:09 pm
Ehh……it sounds pretty surely, but lyrically, while thoughtful, on paper just looks like a run-of-the-mill memorial that can apply to any young woman, and nothing stands out in this song that distinguishes his sister’s memory. Thus, I have to lean toward a “Thumbs Down” on this.
Songs that capture, and captivate, the personal memory of someone ought to have something lyrically that demonstrate to the listener that some special young woman like Sissy was truly larger than life, or a still water running deeper than any neon rainbow being chased down. I wholeheartedly agree memorials are most effective where simplicity shines, and it certainly doesn’t have to be a more complex, biographical memorial by any means, but there’s simply nothing here that makes Sissy stand out…..with the lyrics blatantly creeping too much into universality to appeal to anyone who has lost a dear daughter, wife and/or mother.
In any case I respect this is one of Jackson’s more personal songs, and there is no doubt at all he wrote straight from the heart here with nothing but his fondest memory of Sissy in mind. But as a single release, will virtually any listener have any fond memory of this? I find that highly unlikely, and thus I have no choice but to go “Thumbs Down” here.
February 26, 2009 at 12:18 pm
By the way, I agree that “Good Time” (not the song, the overall album) has indeed received an unfair amount of criticism, as I believe much of the material on the album, when you get beyond its tediously long duration (had “Country Boy” never made the cut to begin with it would have automatically solved the problem in part) and generally lame single releases……..is quite strong.
“Laid Back’n Low Key” is one of my favorite recordings of his to date, in my opinion, with “I Wish I Could Back Up” and “Listen To Your Senses” also quite strong. It’s just a tragic shame much of the worst of this album is what happens to be saturating the airwaves (“Sissy’s Song” isn’t bad, just forgettable, while “Good Time” and “Country Boy” are just horrific)
February 26, 2009 at 12:22 pm
Heh, Noah, we find ourselves disagreeing again. Just wanted to point out that the song isn’t about his sister, though.
Good job on the review, Karlie. I thought this was one of the better songs the album and I’m glad to move past “Country Boy;” it was just yesterday when I turned on the radio and the first thing I heard was “sit on my lap.”
February 26, 2009 at 12:25 pm
It’s not about his sister; for one thing, the young woman in the song worked for the family. More importantly, it’s about the reaction of family and friends to a sudden and arbitrary premature death, not so much about the person who died.
February 26, 2009 at 12:30 pm
Noah–I would agree that the verses are the weak spots of the song, but I really like the chorus here. I don’t think he intentionally made it broad to increase its market appeal, however. I’d echo Dan’s comments on the believability of his voice on chorus would back that up.
I also enjoyed Good Time, and thought there were some stellar songs on there. I didn’t include this on the review, but if “Sissy’s Song” goes to No. 1, Jackson will break his own record of three consecutive No. 1 singles, this being the fourth after “Small Town…,” “Good Time” and “Country Boy.” But when you look at the last time he did that in ’95-’96–with “I Don’t Even Know Your Name,” “Tall, Tall Trees” and “I’ll Try” (one of my all time favorites)–his last few No. 1s are definitely weaker.
I wonder how many singles he’ll release off a 17 song album? Here’s hoping for “Long, Long Way,” “Like I Never Loved Before” or “Listen To Your Senses.”
February 26, 2009 at 12:32 pm
My apologies for misinterpreting who the song was directed towards. I could have sworn I heard several months ago it was for his sister. (wipes egg off his face)
It’s completely alright we’re bound to disagree repeatedly. If anything, I would be horrified if we always found agreement. I believe it’s just that we may have varying mindsets regarding how much a song can be “saved”, so to speak, from either its musical or lyrical shortcomings when some other factor, like a strong performance or utmost honesty and/or candor. I think that’s where we had varying opinions on something like “It Won’t Be Like This For Long” before, and where we may have varying opinions here as well.
It by no means means any one of us is more right or wrong than the other. I think it’s just we have at least mildly differing views in how far one must go to overcome a deficit in one respect and still make a song memorable and worthy of merit.
February 26, 2009 at 12:35 pm
Thanks Brady. I’m glad I gave this a Thumbs Up, because that picture of Alan makes me feel like he’s staring into my soul. That would have been awkward.
February 26, 2009 at 12:44 pm
Karlie – If he’s staring into your soul, it’s only cuz he can somehow see it through my eyes…huh? what?
February 26, 2009 at 2:58 pm
Great review! I love this song so much!!! I’m hoping this won’t be his last single from this album. I’m really hoping “Never Loved Before” will be able to make it as a single.
February 26, 2009 at 3:13 pm
If I had my druthers, I’d release “I Wish I Could Back Up” as a fifth release (although in an ideal country world I wish “Laid Back’n Low Key” had a chance in this day in age)
February 26, 2009 at 7:46 pm
I’m just glad AirHead Country Radio still plays singles by Alan and George Strait at all in order to keep a direct link to traditional country styles. If Top 40 country radio ever did split into two formats, I don’t think Alan and George would be included in the “Hot/Young Country” group that would focus on Taylor Swift and Carrie Underwood. Alan’s recent singles don’t compare to his early glory years, but they are still a heck of a lot better than anything from Rascal Flatts…
February 26, 2009 at 9:41 pm
Through this song, he’s obviously saying that Sugarland by no means has cornered the market on acoustic guitar-driven, percussion-less emotional songs.
February 27, 2009 at 7:55 am
This isn’t one of my favorite Jackson albums, but I like this one. I even like the verses. I will say that it’s more the emotion, production and melody that sold me rather than the lyrics. In response to Noah, I agree with Jon that the lyrics describe the reactions/emotions of the people she left behind, not the person directly. And I definitely agree with Brady that it’s so nice to move past “Country Boy.” It’s been so long since “Small Town Southern Man”…
February 28, 2009 at 9:53 am
Ok, I just gave it a listen, and I have to say I loved it. It’s the best thing I’ve heard from Alan in a long (long, long) time. Maybe as someone mentioned, more melodically than lyrically, but then again, the simplicity of the lyrics is part of what makes it so elegant.
I give this one two thumbs up. Now, if you all will excuse me I’m gonna go listen to it a couple dozen more times.
February 28, 2009 at 9:07 pm
Love Alan, and I appreciate the message and honor that this song makes, but I find it INCREDIBLY boring. It’s the music and the melody, and the vocals. I love simple songs, but this just doesn’t do a thing for me.
I actually much preferred the previous singles (all the singles from Good Time, I didn’t really care for until later, which is funny, but I don’t see that happening with this one).
March 3, 2009 at 6:17 pm
Sissys song is an incredible song. It is a very personal song for me, my grandmother recently passed away and we truly believe she sent this song to us. One night(after her passing) my mother, my sisters, and I were on our way to my aunts to take care of some things for the funeral. The radio was on but I was half listening then i heard the most beautiful song playing i told everyone to be quiet and to turn it up. Alan Jacksons sissys song was playing it sent chills down my spine and we all cried. This song relates directly to my grandmother, every single word of it. Especially the part where he says “she walks with Jesus” my grandmother hasn’t walked for years and hearing this song saying that she now walks with Jesus makes it so much more comforting to me. I know MANY country songs and I hadn’t heard this one until that night. Ironically, we weren’t planning on playing a song at the services but as soon as we heard this song we knew it was sent from her. The funny part is I recieved and email the day of her services that this song was to be released the following week! Also, on our way from the funeral home to the cemetary this song was playing on the radio. I thank Alan Jackson so much for singing this song because in a way, it’s my grandma reassuring us that she is fine through him.
March 5, 2009 at 10:38 pm
The whole album is GREAT! I’m not sure if this song has the power to reach number 1, but it should.
March 7, 2009 at 11:50 pm
This song is absouluty beautiful.You see I lost my partner the love of my life on Nov.29 2008. After 22 years. As in Alan’s song she flew up to heaven, Yes that is exaclty what happened after my love passed. Her sol rose above her body and hoverd for a few minutes then headed for the window. Yes at that time I did say to my self she has flown up to heaven. At this time I knew she was at peice. And I thank my Neice for dedicating this most beautiful song to me. Thank you Alan for composing such a beautiful and very touching song.
March 12, 2009 at 9:20 am
ALAN, THANK YOU FOR SISSY’S SONG. OUR SON WAS MURDERED LAST JULY BY HIS WIFE. BRITT ALSO WENT TO HEAVEN ON WINGS OF AN ANGEL. BY THE WAY, WE LIVE IN NEWNAN, GA. AND LOVE ALL YOUR SONGS. OUR 6 GRANDCHILDREN (3 BELONG TO BRITT) CAN SING ALL YOUR SONGS. WE ALSO KNOW ALL YOUR SISTERS AND OF COURSE, LAMAR. THANKS AGAIN FOR ALL YOUR GREAT SONGS.
March 17, 2009 at 1:36 pm
Sissy’s song is a wonderful tribute to the young lady who inspired it.
This song has helped me deal with the loss of my brother Bruce (age 54), just as Precious Memories helped with the loss of my mother.
Being a songwriter myself, I love hearing a good one.
March 17, 2009 at 6:58 pm
I love this song!! It is so wonderful and it always makes me want to just cry. It makes you feel every emotion!
March 18, 2009 at 10:29 pm
My mother was called Sissy by her family and she died very young as well. This song hit me like a ton of bricks. The first time I heard it I was trying to drive with tears streaming- so I guess that makes it good in my book!
March 25, 2009 at 6:32 am
This song is beautiful, this is the reason i listen to country music, without going into detail i can relate very much to sissy’s song and it has helped me deal with things at a time when nothing else has thanks for such comforting words this is what country music is about, loving, loosing and healing.
March 25, 2009 at 4:43 pm
Thank you, I recently lost my sister to cancer and I am having a very hard time accepting the fact I can’t pick up the phone and talk to her, She was more than my sister she was my friend. I love her so much and my heart aches each minute of the day.
March 27, 2009 at 9:57 am
This song was great. It reminds me of my sister she passed away at the age of 29 years old. If you have never had a personal loss you would not understand the meaning of this song.
April 2, 2009 at 8:41 am
Dear Alan,
I lost my beautiful 38 yr old daughter on 3/11/09
to a MVA -My only child who I miss “SO VERY MUCH”
I am from a family of 11 children–they all call
me Sis or Sissy. So it really hit home to me.
Thank you Thank you Alan…God Bless You and Keep
You Safe. SIS XOXO
April 2, 2009 at 8:20 pm
I heard this song on the radio today for the first time and I cried the whole time. My best friend who was 33 and her unborn baby died unexpectedly April 8, 2008. I believe that she is smiling and saying don’t worry about me. But it still doesn’t make the pain any easier. It is still hard to understand why this happened, I guess I will only know when I see her again in Heaven.
April 10, 2009 at 6:30 am
I listen to country all the time but don’t remember ever hearing this song until about a month ago on the radio and it came on at just the right time. My grandmother had had a stroke and I had just received a call to get there as soon as I could. Naturally I was very upset and just as I got in the car this song was on with just the last verses with on the wings of angels and she is saying don’t worry about me. A calm just kinda came over me when I heard this. The next morning after my grandmother had passed away just as I got in the car the same verse was on again and I had to laugh It was like god and my grandmother was telling me not to worry about her. Now every time I hear it on the radio it takes me back to that moment in time.
I love this song and it will always have a special meaning for me.
April 13, 2009 at 10:15 am
This song expresses the way many of us are feeling at this time. On April 7, 2009 a beautiful, vibrant, zestful, loving 19 year old young lady from Jellico Tennessee named Ashley Kay Bruce was tragically killed in a car accident. The family, friends, and community mourns her passing. This song is comfort because she wouldn’t want us to worry about her, we know she is in heaven with her family members before her. She was very near and dear to my family. She was one of my daughters best friends, many childhood memories to hold near her heart and cherish for a lifetime. Many tears have been shed and many more will follow but this song has given her comfort in knowing that Ashley would say “Don’t worry about me.” Bless you Alan, you done a great job in the lyrics.
April 16, 2009 at 4:26 pm
Three young girls (two 16yrs and one 14yrs old) were tragically killed in a car accident about a month ago in my community. Since the community is so small (about 150 population), it hit hard. It seemed like only a day after that happened, I heard this song. It really comforted me to hear those words, and I know those girls are in a better place. This song just reminds me of them every single time I hear it.
I love Alan Jackson’s music, and he should be able to keep doing what he’s doing. Cuz it works!
April 17, 2009 at 9:55 am
I always knew this man could sing heartfelt songs, likeafter the 911 tragedies, and don’t get me wrong, that was great for our whole nation! but this song hit me personally.When my baby brother was killed in a car crash i was really mad,not at god,at everything!when i heard sissy’s song,IT helped me realize that he might be up there now AND she may not mind being his other big SIS,thanks so much for this beautifully heartfelt song about a lady, for this person that meant so much to you.AND Thanks from me cause now when I think timmy, I can smile,a little.THANK YOU SO MUCH ALAN JACKSON!
April 23, 2009 at 1:36 pm
My wife of fifty-five passed away on Easter sunday 2008. This song fits what I am going through. God Bless
you ALAN JACKSON !
April 26, 2009 at 3:23 pm
I heard this song yesterday for the first time. I immediately went to the store and bought the CD.
My best friend and next door neighbor’s 17 year old grandaughter was killed in a 1 car accident on March 30 2009. She grew up around me for 9 years and was always ready with a hug for me when my grandchildren lived far away. I know the lyrics are about a friend of Alan Jackson’s but they fit a lot of others too. God Bless you Alan Jackson. You touch so many people with your God given talent.
May 1, 2009 at 8:32 pm
the first time i heard this song was on the radio in my truck while i was on break at work… I am 17 years old and my aunt passed away a few months ago from injuries she got in an accident in june… her name was missy. when i heard this song for the first time it hit me really hard and still gives me chills every time i hear it. what a beautiful song.
May 6, 2009 at 12:39 pm
I lost my 36 year old daughter on February 26, 2009. I first heard this song a week or so later and it really spoke to me. My daughter was ill and struggled for 30 years with diabetes related ilnesses. She always thought first of others and always said “don’t worry about me”. Many thanks to Alan for this song.
May 6, 2009 at 3:13 pm
I rarely listen to country music, but my boyfriend had put a country station on last Sunday as we were driving. I had just gotten the news that my terminally ill best friend had taken a turn for the worse and was in the hospital. I felt like the song was speaking just to me.
She passed away early this morning, and is at peace. I looked up this thread to get the lyrics because this song is so comforting. Thank you Alan Jackson. God Bless.
May 6, 2009 at 11:14 pm
Definitely one of AJ’s best newer songs. I just wish it were a bit longer, somehow. The lyrics, his voice and the guitar work are all outstanding.
I lost my 33 year old wife to a drunk driver when our daughter was 18 months old and although it has been almost 14 years ago, this song speaks directly to me and chokes me up every time I hear it. A lot of people can relate to this song and how we all seem to lose super people way too soon…
May 7, 2009 at 10:06 am
This song reminds me of my great grandmother. I miss her and I know she is in heaven. I lost my grandmother 22 days before my 15th birthday in 2007. I miss her and love her dearly.
May 9, 2009 at 11:45 am
This song has brought comfort and peace to my heart after the murder of my daughter. It is almost as if he read my mind.
May 9, 2009 at 3:19 pm
just want to say this song hit home its a beautiful song GOOD JOB ALAN ANOTHER BIG HIT
May 14, 2009 at 4:04 pm
Made me cry…so I guess that is a thumbs up. I could not recite any of the words to the song, but the feeling behind them sure got me. I unexpectedly lost my mother and sister 8 years ago so I felt the song and I think that is who he wrote it for…the people that could feel it.
I know that does not make sense, but not much does when you loose a loved one.
May 16, 2009 at 2:59 am
My mother passed away suddenly 4 weeks ago yesterday, colapsed into my father’s arms while making breakfast, she was 63. My best friend told me about this song the day before the funeral and when I rushed the CD to the church, our pastor was amazed.
He not only included it into the service but in a packed church there was not a dry eye. Many people said to our family that it was the most fitting and beautiful celebration of life, mostly because of this song.
My nephews are 4 &7, my youngest duaghter is 6 yet after hearing this song once…she new all the words and in our world it is “Grandma’s Song” everytime we hear it!
Thank You Alan for embracing God’s guidence to create such a incredible tribute to so many!
May 16, 2009 at 4:10 pm
Melissa.
Iam so sorry to hear about your lost.Take care.
May 17, 2009 at 10:05 am
How do you become a Critic? I would love to know. Critics sit back and make their comments like people really care. These are just these idiot’s opinions and somehow their opinions are going to decide if I spend my hard earned money on something. DON’T THINK SO.
May 17, 2009 at 10:07 am
If you critics know so much then why don’t you have a number one album? Seems if you know so much you would be go out and do it better and make yourself rich. But sitting back and judging someone elses work just shows what a loser you are. You have no accomplishments of your own so to make yourself feel important you belittle and critize everyone else.
GET a LIFE. Don’t think I have bought any of your products lately,
May 17, 2009 at 10:09 am
Rhonda: If you have time to listen to every song on the face of the planet good for you. I don’t, so I rely onon critics I trust to winnow out the chaff.
May 17, 2009 at 10:36 am
Ronda,
This song got a thumbs up review here. So what is the problem. These guys here usually hit the nail on the head.
June 3, 2009 at 2:18 pm
I love this song, when it came on CNT the other day my 8 yr.grandaughter called it her song and new every word, it brought comfort to her, she lost her mom on June 13, 2009 at the age of 26 on a 4 wheeler accident and just is really having a hard time dealing with it
June 4, 2009 at 11:51 pm
This is the finest song I have ever heard in my life. I heard it for the first time last night as I was reflecting on my Sister’s life and her long battle with cancer. She left us at 3:58 this morning. She was a fine Christian women that devoted her life to the Lord and her family. She left behind 6 children and a loving, caring Husband. This song sums up her life in every aspect that I can think of.
Thank you Alan and God Bless
June 12, 2009 at 11:37 pm
Omg! I love this song, it’s really Great. It makes me wanna cry though:( But It’s Wonderful:)
July 5, 2009 at 6:13 pm
I love this song wish it was out when my baby girl passed away. When i hear it i think of her. I sit at her grave and listen to it. Thanks for putting it out. GREAT SONG
July 21, 2009 at 8:11 pm
Hi Alan, My only beautiful daughter (38)was killed in an auto accident on March 11,2009
on I75 in Cinci. This song has been such a
healing part of this tragedy for me. I thank
you from the bottom of my heart. I just know
she went to heaven on the wings of an angel
and by the way My Name has been Sissy all my
life. Love your music…Keep up the good work. God Bless
July 24, 2009 at 2:45 pm
Alan I just wanted to take a minute and tell you I love this song my mother passed away about 2yrs…ago she was just gonna turn 59 she had breast cancer…When this song came out my family and myself heard it…this song remind us of her…I just want to say thank you for making a great song like this one we think of her everytime it comes on the radio and the tv…thank you ….
August 10, 2009 at 3:58 pm
WOW! I JUST ATTENDED A FUNERNAL OF A CLOSE GIRL=FRIEND AND THIS SONG WAS VERY APPORATE FOR THE OCCASION…SO MANY FOLKS ATTENDING THE FUNERAL WANTED TO KNOW WHO THAT SONG WAS SUNG BY…WHEN I TOLD THEM IT WAS ALAN JACKSON, THEY WANTED TO GO BUY THE RECORD….KEEP IT UP ALAN, LINDA FULLER IN TEXAS
September 18, 2009 at 8:34 am
ALAN JACKSON! let me just tell you that this song is so amazing:) it reminds me of my daddy’s loss:) you are a really great person and country singer:) keep up the good work and hopefully i will get to go to one of your concerts:)
September 28, 2009 at 7:29 pm
Bubba i know it was cold, and i know you fought, if we were there we would of pulled you out, and warmed you up. This should of never happened… Dont feel guilty about how this has turned out… It was not your fault and, they know that baby, they just love you, and miss you. Maybe you flow to heaven on the wings of angels? or maybe you surfed up there, like you should be still doing. To have you back angel, would be so perfect, we would look into your eyes, and your innocent face, and tell you we always will love you, before, then, now, and always. Are you really gone? Are their hearts really broken? To see them cry for the pain you left breaks my heart, it is like the last painful wave you surfed…Heart breaking, and it takes my breath away… If it was now would things be different? Baby boy would it of stayed afloat? Would you had less in the boat? Would you still be here? To have you back sweetie would be like heaven… but its just the same and this wont change it… now your gone im here and i love you… cuz u did well see you in the green room… x x this song is your song, because, i know you flew to heaven on the wings of Angels… and i know i will fly to heaven on your wings…
November 10, 2009 at 11:18 am
This song was perfect when my best friend died back in July. It fit her to a T and I could totally hear her saying those words. AND I know she flew up to heaven on wings of an angel; there’s not a doubt in my mind. Excellent job Alan Jackson. Thank you so much for sharing this song. I listen to it almost everyday and think of her. It’s very comforting to know that her and I will meet again.
November 10, 2009 at 11:19 am
Love you and miss you Teets!
May 12, 2010 at 6:48 pm
i love this song…..it was played at my aunts funral reminds of her….;( I MISS YOU AUNT SHARRON!!!
August 14, 2010 at 9:28 pm
I first heard this song in April, 2009. My daughter died of breast cancer at age 50 on Aoril 30,2009 and we did a video for her funeral to this song. Not a dry eye in the house. It is such an appropriate song to remember someone special!! Thanks Alan, for this song!