@byronlarson1476
takes me back to when i was years young,now i'm 71 where did the time go...
@jerrymuzak4534
My dad died in 1969, when I was 3. The same year this song was released. For my Mother, it became a song of sadness and also hope, concerning our loss. I can remember everyone being upset when he died in 69, even though I was only 3. And I have 2 vivid memories of my Father and me. My Mom died in 2004. This song means even more to me, than ever. Peace to all.
@joelhoulette3508
One of the prettiest songs ever recorded.
@effiemooney8477
I am a 66 yr old woman, grew up loving this, TY and bless you!!
@CatDogWalk
6/27/82 watching my Mom lying out in the sun and wiping tears from her eyes. Her husband, my Dad, Gene, died from cancer at 32 in '69. I know the song is for Jean, but to me it was written for my Mom about her love, Gene.
@David-yw2lv
Such a beautiful ballad.Oliver had an excellent voice,I cannot believe he wasn't a bigger star.
@mwmann
My Mom's name is Jean. She just turned 93 and I love her so. I think of her as a young girl when I hear this song. And how life is so fleeting. We must always remember to hold on to those we love so dearly.
@krystalflores4872
My name is Jean. And this song has been dedicated to me from some very special people in my Life and it makes me feel Young and Alive. Thank you ❤❤
@dondoucette3946
This song was released in August 1969.It was written by poet Rod McKuen for the movie The Prime Of Miss Jean Brodie. It is so sadly sweet I can still feel a bit weepy at age 67.
@floydfarless8448
I fondly remember a jean from my college days and try to see her at least once a month as she has mental illness and on certain days can not speak anything that can be understood. No children no family divorce and in a "rest" home . May God give her peace.
@robertthacher-dv4kn
One of two hits by Bill Swoford (Oliver) in the tumutuous summer of 69. Then, never heard from again! sadly he passed away at a young age!
@linda1870-p2d
Beautiful song. No dancing, no gimmicks, no flashes. Just pure talent. It brings tears to my 79 year old eyes.
@garyhoyle6884
I’m 78 and I still think of my dear friend Jean,we had such great times. Miss you dear friend Jean💕❤️🙏🏽
@johnwhiting5747
Ah, youth....wasted on the young.....appreciation by the older ones, like me, this song is absolutely beautiful.
@ccweild
My dad used to sing this to my mom, Jean, when we were growing up. Hearing it now brings tears. Such a beautiful song.
@stevetaylor1314
I was a senior inn HS when I fell in love with Bonnie Jean, the song. Now I’m 70 yrs old. Wow
@conniedanley5996
My mom’s Name was Jean and she always said she wanted this song played at her funeral. She passed away 5 years ago and we honored her wishes. Everyone was in tears😢
@ronalddump4061
the thing that makes this song so fantastic is that every moment is literally chock full of the wonderful things of nature and spring. it is so alive. the song is irresistible to me
@pattisharick8191
This song is one that helped make 1969 the best year for music
@pogopossum6212