John Prine performing Sam Stone from his debut album John Prine in the 1970's. ...more

" Sam Stone " is a song written by John Prine about a drug-addicted veteran with a Purple Heart and his death by overdose. It appeared on Prine's eponymous 1971 debut album.

“Sam Stone” is the forth track on Prine’s self-titled debut album, released in 1971. The song was originally titled “Great Society Conflict Veteran’s Blues.” It’s told in the third person,...

Aug 2, 2021 · Over acoustic guitar and funereal organ, Prine, who was just 25 when “Sam Stone” appeared on his debut album in ’71 but already sounded like a crusty old codger, tells a story …

"Sam Stone" lyrics John Prine Lyrics "Sam Stone" Sam Stone came home, To his wife and family After serving in the conflict overseas. And the time that he served, Had shattered all his …

"Sam Stone" is about a drug-addicted war veteran, presumably from the Vietnam War although it's not explicitly mentioned, who dies of an overdose. Prine was drafted into the Army during …

Jun 3, 2025 · John Prine ’s poignant song “Sam Stone,” from his powerful self-titled 1971 debut album John Prine, is widely regarded as one of the most affecting musical portrayals of a war …

John Prine sings "Sam Stone" from his 2000 release Souvenirs. Album available here: https://fanlink.to/johnprinesouvenirs...more

“Sam Stone,” a poignant and devastating ballad by the late, great John Prine, tells the story of a Vietnam War veteran struggling with addiction and the lingering trauma of war.

John Prine discography and songs: Music profile for John Prine, born 10 October 1946. Genres: Singer-Songwriter, Country Folk, Contemporary Folk. Albums include John Prine, Sweet …