The first track from John Prine's selftitled album from 1971 (Atlantic) Can also be found on the John Prine Anthology (Rhino, 1993) Personnel: John Prine, vocals and acoustic guitar;...

Sep 9, 2025 · The truth is, the song is about Prine’s drug use, specifically cannabis, and in an interview with Life Of The Record, he claimed that these were the origins of the song’s meaning. “The song …

In an 2013 interview, John Prine set the record straight –. I have to confess, the song was not about smokin’ dope. It was more about how, ever since I was a child, I had this view of the world...

Aug 23, 2025 · Released on his 1971 debut album, Prine’s “Illegal Smile” has remained a staple in his catalog. Despite people’s familiarity with the song, its true meaning has yet to be completely...

Listen to Illegal Smile by John Prine on Apple Music. 1971. Duration: 3:13.

John Prine "Illegal Smile": When I woke up this morning, things were lookin' bad Seem like total silence was the only friend I h...

Illegal Smile by John Prine song meaning, lyric interpretation, video and chart position

Apr 18, 2025 · “I have to confess, the song was not about smokin’ dope,” revealed Prine. “It was more about how, ever since I was a child, I had this view of the world where I could find myself smiling ...

Provided to YouTube by Atlantic Records Illegal Smile · John Prine John Prine ℗ 1971 Atlantic Recording Corporation for the United States and WEA International Inc. for the world...

Apr 22, 2025 · Over the years, “Illegal Smile” has become a beloved part of John Prine’s extensive catalog, a testament to his unique ability to blend humor, pathos, and social commentary in his …