John Mellencamp - If I Die Sudden Lyrics
If I die sudden
Please don't tell anyone
There ain't nobody that needs to know
That I'm gone
Just put me in a pine box
Don't be calling no minister
I don't need one around
Well my grandma she told me
She'd be waiting at the gate
She said that the fix was in
And that she's already prayed
And the rest of my family
Will be waiting there for me too
They'd already taken care of my sins
So If I die sudden
Please don't tell anyone
There ain't nobody that needs to know
That I'm gone
Just put me in a pine box
Six feet underground
Don't be calling no minister
I don't need one around
I don't need no preacher around
I got a little bit of money
Some papers you might want to see
I got a house down in Georgia
But let's keep this brief
I'm not afraid of dying
This life's been right to me
I got a whole bunch more than I deserve
And now I will be free
Yeah now I will be free
So If I die sudden
Don't tell anyone
There ain't nobody that needs to know
That I'm gone
Just put me in a pine box
Six feet underground
And don't be calling no minister
I don't need one around
I don't need no preacher around
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John Mellencamp If I Die Sudden Comments
*Musical notes* If Jesus doesn't know him, it doesn't matter how many records he sold, if Jesus doesn't know him, *he won't make it through those gates of Gold!!!*
Great tune, great band, but I miss Lisa Germano on the fiddle!
amazing concert !!!! we were there--just amazing !!!!!
Jim Morrison, Mick Jagger , BruceSpreenstine all role in one .
John is still doing it. Awesomeness!!!
Awesome!!!
Perfect lyrics....Nobody needs to know....
I always wanted to see John but I'll be damned if I am paying $200-350 for a ticket! I guess he only plays for rich people now...
Rockn the world for ever
I love your music i told those rabbis don't tell im doing im demy God Crist
still has them baaad beats!!! ;)
still got it
love it!
❤️ I'll be seeing JM in concert 7/6/17 in Philly!!!
Can't wait until the 24th watch on CMT
good rythm!!!
John and the band maybe drank some Jolt or Monster colas/energy drinks prior to the show.
Only the Lord took care of our sins on a cross, we need Jesus. Im 57 years old and gave my life to Jesus 12-26-83 at the age of 24. John Cougar rocks!🎼🎸 🎼Hey Jesus would you give me a ride home.
i agree
Yummy, I love you John!
Bob Seger,Bruce Springsteen,Jonh Cougar;the father,the spirit and the holly ghost.somehow we all got lost in the fucking non sense world,but we still around,looking,doing,being,looking,having fun,feeling sorrow,mostly looking,and waiting ;)
Damn , I hear you - I like this. what A great song - keep it up John - heck yea man ..
One of your first interviews you Said you only wanted - House , 4wd and a Harley Davidson - I'm sure you had no trouble after your first album ....
Listen * 2008 - Life Death Love and Freedom
i like this SONG .
that whole stage is one
What a great song! He still rocks after 4 or 5 decades!
that's the John I remember and love
The new songs are great! Love Them!!
One of the best ever love it.
ALL AMERCAN!
totally agree
Still sexy after all these years.
this guy can't dance to save his life but he sure is a good performer
Well, still a great singer, but this song is depressing and he made no eye contact with the audience. To much like he didn't believe in the song. You can tell when a singer loves a song.... they sell it with their voice and their style. He looked down through the whole thing as if he's depressed too like the song. Sing us a love song JOHN! We fans love the love songs.
You still rock John!!!!! Next time make eye contract please!!!!
Toby Meyers still rock's the bass...just like the old Roadmaster days!
check out my channel per favore!
Not too sure if I agree with you on that one actually. I like his earlier stuff...only, I'm afraid. I have the same opinion with Bryan Adams and Robbie Williams. Great earlier but a bit like lost sheep after that. That is only my opinion and you and no doubt many others will totally disagree. That's fine coz that's why we're human. It would be a dead boring society if we either 1. agreed with everyone, or 2. disagreed with everyone.
Was born again 12-26-83 and im 57 years old. Jesus, not religion! Jesus give me a ride back home!
It was the best song,uplifting,and truthful!!!!!!!!!
The fiddler rocks shes fuckin givin it all!
Feel it in my veins.......
I want this song played at my funeral!!! John gets BETTER with each new song!!!!
Sounds like he aint got long to go ?/
love this guy, always have. we're a long way from jack and diane!
JCM is keep'n it real!
Love it ,great song!...Latvian girl....John rocks!!!!!
Mellencamp kicks ass. Always has. Always will. All the Saints were Sinners.
Killer show this tour in Seattle last night. The new album is hillbilly rock!
Outstanding! The real deal. Gretz guitar? "I got a whole bunch more that I deserve. But now I'll be free."
I like how spits at 40 seconds,,its like this getting old stuff sucks,,I tired already
@2634Bets great song.
watch country my ass new version!
When are you coming back to Australia, John??
i love this song.
this song has a strong message, enjoyed it John. You have a great band thanks!
Bettina
I was there and it was awesome!
@juanannico Hola! Me gusta Mellencamp pero no me sé todas sus canciones la verdad. Básicamente me he escuchado millones de veces sus grandes éxitos y me encantan. Justo las que me pones no las conozco. Un saludo!
Dont be going dieing anytime soon there John we need ya.This dam video hes my spider sences tingling . take care you only live once make it long
Pure Class...As always!!
Great song from a great album. Like a fine wine John gets better with age
I wish you came to Spain, John!
His stuff is good. I prefer 'Scarecrow' and 'Human Wheels' to it, but I like this one fine.
I agree. This might be his best album. Amazing that the guy can knock your socks off after all these years.
"Finally a decent drummer behind you"???? Kenny Arnoff was the drummer in John's band for years!!!
Always great songs and singing.
However it's really nice to hear some decent music along with the song. Finally a decent drummer behind you.
The guitarist and violinist are excellent too. Great group. Best you've had in years.
Good job, John...
Video is great, it must be sanctioned. As to the song, gritty lyric. Heartfelt I dare say. Tempo drags a bit. Needs more momentum and to grab you.
There is a big difference between the country and the men who make the policy decisions. If you can't recognize that then continue to be an ignorant sheep and suck on the big corporate nipple that owns you!
This live version ROCKS! Unlike his recorded version on his new album. I was highly anticipating the album, but when I heard this song on it I was very disappointed. What is up with his new songs lately? Its great that he has songs with lyrics that have meaning, but John, don't forget to include some rockin' songs that don't have to have a message to it as well. Rumbleseat anyone? Play Guitar? Don't forget to just rock out every now and then.
HE IS THE BEST!!!
This album from beginning to end is great. I think it's a great companion CD to Springsteen's Devils and Dust. He was on Leno last night with T.Bone and he sounded great, I'm hoping someone will post.
This new album is his best yet.
Don't Die sudden! You need to keep making great music! RAW
Me too!!! I want it played @ my funeral!!!!
I went to seven shows on this tour. John and the band just totally rocked out on this song and it was one of my favorites. I was saying this was the "Stones In My Passway" song on this tour, sung with such compassion and conviction.
HE WILL ALWAYS ROCK!!!
I can listen to this over and over. Was great in concert! Bring on the new CD.
I love this new song, I can't wait for the new cd to come out!
Thanks for posting this, I've been playing it over and over
The most amazing song and performance! Ay yi yi!