“John Prine was one of the greatest artists of my life. Knowing him was a blessing.”
– Kris Kristofferson, Country Music Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame member
*Listen to “Jesus Is A Capricorn (Owed to John Prine)”
which Kris wrote from the influence John Prine had on him: Click Here
*Watch John and Kris perform “Paradise” at Bonnaroo in 2010: Click Here
“Well, John Prine was probably my favorite singer because of his phrasing and delivery – no matter what he did I loved it. I’ve never heard anything by John Prine that I did not like. I recorded ‘The Oldest Baby in the World’ and John and I did it together on my TV show. I am in mourning today, John was the epitome of a great songwriter up there with Kris Kristofferson and Shel Silverstein. They know, more than anyone, how to correctly phrase their songs, I always gave the songwriters my ear when it comes to phrasing when recording their songs on my projects. I’m in mourning today for my friend, John Prine.”
– Bobby Bare, Country Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry member
*Watch Bare interview and perform with John Prine on the Bobby Bare & Friends TV Show: Click Here
“The world of music has forever changed with the passing of John Prine. His creative genius will last for eternity. I will cherish the moments spent with John and the cherub smile he always shared. My thoughts and prayers to the family. Rest easy my friend.” – Randy Travis, Country Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry member
“Rest in peace, John Prine. Your legend will live on. Love you, my friend.”
– Jerry Lee Lewis, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member
“This is a terrible thing. John Prine and his music will be remembered for generations to come. I have great memories of his music. Condolences to Fiona and the family.” – Doug Stone
“John wrote the kind of songs that make you think ‘why am I in this business?’ what a master!
I played with him in the ’80s on some TV shows. Our hearts go out to Fiona and the family.” – Max T. Barnes