Even if youve never been a fan of Glen Campbell, this ones certain to tug at your heartstrings. The Country Music Hall of Fame member, who was diagnosed with Alzheimers disease in 2011, is out with the video for the final song hell ever record -- Im Not Gonna Miss You. It was recorded in 2013 with producer Julian Raymond. Im still here but yet Im gone/ I dont play guitar or sing my songs, the tune begins as it details his struggles with the disease. The poignant music video that accompanies it spans Campbells career. It contrasts Campbell singing in the studio with home video and clips from throughout his career. There are even images of doctors discussing his brain scans with him. Because of the progression of the disease, the 78-year-old Campbell was admitted to a special care facility in Nashville in April. In 2012: Glenn Campbell talks about Grammys, living with Alzheimers Sadly, Glens condition has progressed enough that we were no longer able to keep him at home, Campbells family said in a statement to Rolling Stone. He is getting fantastic care and we get to see him every day. Our family wants to thank everyone for their continued prayers, love and support. Campbell, who was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2005 and is best known for his hits like Rhinestone Cowboy and Wichita Lineman, took his Alzheimers in stride. Campbells daughter shares his struggle I just take it as it comes, you know, Campbell said in a CNN interview in February 2012. I know that I have a problem with that (forgetfulness), but it doesnt bother me. If youre going to have it handed to you, you have got to take it, anyway. So that is the way I look at it. In a career that spans five decades, he released his final album Ghost on Canvas in 2011 and then went on a farewell tour. https://youtube/watch?v=U8TsAh-zYFI
Posted on: Thu, 16 Oct 2014 01:59:37 +0000
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