YUSUF Islam

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1. brother yusuf, in god i love you.

   14 Mar 2010 mohammad Report Comment

2. i'm writing this words and my tears are falling why you back to the hram songs via a guitar can't to call of allah truely Believe me and remember my words

   13 Mar 2010 mr muslim Report Comment

3. Hello Yusuf, I believe God is using you, at a time when each person in the world desperately needs look beyond his or her own immediate surroundings toward different cultures and religions. The West, in particular, needs to overcome its own irrationality and fear of Islam. Perhaps God is using you toward this end. It is a shame that Islam itself demonstrates its own irrationality and fear toward the Baha'i religion, a faith that only seeks a peaceful world under one God; sentiments we all share. Perhaps you could speak out about this unfairness also and demonstrate that you too can look beyond your own circumstances.

   12 Mar 2010 David Fierstien Report Comment

4. hello I'm your fan for some time thanks to my father wanted to tell you that their songs are great! A hug from your fan Henrique Tomé Ribeiro of Portugal.

   08 Mar 2010 Henrique Report Comment

5. You are SO deep! You remind me of a spinning elevator. One door leads to Motley Crue and the other to the audience. Like one is completely self absorbed and the other is a confused mixture of "this is what you look like when I look into at you" you are utterly boring..." and "did I do it rite?" It's like Bonnie Tyler doing Motley for a day and Motley doing Tyler. JJ on the stage door meant Janis Joplin. It's a poem unwritten. You are a very outstanding poet...wonderfully read...an enjoyable tea. Thanks for sharing

   07 Mar 2010 iriswigle Report Comment

6. Your voice and music continue to be the soundtrack of my life as I enter the middle of my fourth decade. Thank you for your renewed presence and insights but most especially your work for a peaceful World.

   07 Mar 2010 Ruben Rocha Report Comment

7. Hi Yusuf: I got to using the U-tube thing a bit lately. Decided to try and find some video of you as Cat Stevens and spent many hours happily listening and watching you play your 70's songs. Eventually of course I came to your newee material. The songs from Another Cup and Roaddinger. Had to go and buy those CD's and my wife and have been listening to them ever day for the last month. Just beautiful music. I am as happy now as I was back in the 70's crusing around around in a van with a few friends listening to Tea For the Tillerman. So glad your making music again. Your right. One can argue philosophy all night but its hard to argue a good song. Much love to you and yours...................Tom

   04 Mar 2010 Tom Wilson Report Comment

8. Dear Yusuf, Thank you for giving the world such rich music. Your talent is unique. When I was learning to play the guitar the two books I treasured most were one song book by Gordon Lightfoot, and the other was your Anthology song book. I can still play some of your songs by heart. My favorite in that book is "Morning has Broken" and I especially like the sound when the first minor chord is used (Aminor, if in key of G). Very beautiful. I wish pop radio would play more of your songs more often. I am 58. Congrats on becoming a Granddad! I used to try to write some songs, but only play them for myself or family, but it is fun. Good luck with your new albums! Tom Berson

   02 Mar 2010 Tom Berson Report Comment

9. Dear and Respected Yusuf, I have bought your cd`s of An Other cup and Road singer for myself and to share with family and friends and had been listening to road singer and the Beloved, almost daily.Last night I watched you sing thinking `bout you.Oh what a pleasant treat it was to the mind and heart Sir. Many people talk the talk (about the kindness in their respective faiths ),but only a few walk,and you are one of those few Sir Yusuf..May God protect you and your family( blood related ,music related,charities related,education related and faith related ones ) from evil and jealous eyes. May you long live Sir Yusuf.You work so heard to make this world a better place for the children of this world.May we all do the same,so the children of this world inherit more love ,less hatred and less self annihilation from wars. Amen-Ameen.

   26 Feb 2010 humaira Report Comment

10. Grew up listening to your magical, inspiring, out-of-this-world music - which continues to be unmatched by any artist past or present. I am very grateful to you and to God for your creativity and the beauty of your music. Thank you for sharing your precious gift from above. Even the songs that you feel today are unacceptabe are so, so, beautiful - each and every one. They reflect the progression of your life's journey. P.S. Love your new music too. Can't keep a good man down - try as you might! The music is in your heart and soul. So glad you finally made peace with your past. It was too sad to think of you denying yourself that way...not recognizing what an amazing contribution you have made to the world. Sweet, sweet music can lighten us, can brighten the world, can save us! Keep the good vibes coming! :) And please come to NY soon!!!

    23 Feb 2010 Andrea Ali Report Comment

11. I watched Yusuf on the Chris Isakk's (sp?) show this morning. What a great joy this was! Yusuf discuseed many aspects of his life, fascinating! He spoke about his desire to seek a higher understaning of himself & our world. He spoke too about his incident when he was refused entrance into the US. He was gracious about this, I hope that others will be too. He explained that the G-Men were apologetic to him at the time and could not understand themselveve why he was denied entrance. As an America, I extend my apologies to Yusuf for this. I thank him for refusing to exploit this most embaassing (for the US) event!

    21 Feb 2010 Archuletta Report Comment

12. INVITING CHRISTIANS TO DIVINE GUIDANCE AND TRUE SALVATION www.hakikat.com/dergi/engdavet.html (open and read please)

    20 Feb 2010 Emre Report Comment

13. I think that "Roadsinger" belongs to the artists best albums. I do especially like "The Rain", "All Kinds of Roses" ( which opens my heart, really... it may be an illusion but me - as a christian - i have a very strong feel that Yusuf is singing about the same "only one god" in his heart that i believe in - in spite of the different confessions ! ), "World o'Darkness" ( which took me back to "O' caritas" - check out listening to those in one sucession ) and "be what you must" All in all this album is making me very happy... thank you, Yusuf !

    13 Feb 2010 rupert lenz Report Comment

14. we ll wait to Yusuf Islam.Istanbul is european capital of culture this year and yusuf islam with us for musical festival. Inshallah i ll be there also its far me. God bless you.people of all faiths love you.

    08 Feb 2010 adem Report Comment

15. Love that your back, singing, you where and still are one of my most favorite musicians! Listened to you all my life! Come to NY!!!

    07 Feb 2010 lisa andryshak Report Comment

16. The "First Cut is the Deepest" and so it goes with your lyrics and music. I have been listening again to the anthology over and over again. Though I love them all, "The Last Love Song" is my favourite. Truly understanding. So glad you have come back with An Other Cup and now Roadsinger. Thank you sir! Hope you make it back to the States with no more problems.

    06 Feb 2010 Geri Leland Report Comment

17. Here is a reworking I did of Father and Son. I call it Father and Son – Thirty Years On. It sums up how happy I felt upon Yusuf’s return to the world of popular music. I hope you like it. Father: It’s now time to make a change, Not relax or take it easy. You're grown up, that's so good, But there’s still so much to do. You’ve a wife, and a child, You settled down, and you married. I am gone, though I’m gone, I am happy. I can now recall a time, and admit it wasn’t easy, To be calm in the turmoil we call youth. But I have travelled, journeyed on, To a time, a place we all can reach. Where our yesterdays and morrows are at peace with today. Son: You don’t need to explain; though you’ve gone we are now closer. Though the story’s the same, we have changed. We were so caught up in talk it was impossible to listen. It took me time, now I know I don’t have to go away. I don’t have to go. Father: It’s now time to make change, Get right on, embrace it. You're grown up, that's so good, But there’s still so much you can do. You’ve a wife, and a child, You settled down, you married. I am gone, I am gone, but I’m happy. Son: No more times, wasted t

    05 Feb 2010 Gerrard T Wilson Report Comment

18. Assalamu 'alaykom Br. Yusuf, The first time I saw you was Feb. 5th, 1976. The second time was Jan. 13, 2001. Thank you for showing me that the Road to Findout was the Straight Path. May Allah swt make things easy for you and your family, Kareema from California

    05 Feb 2010 Kareema113 Report Comment

19. I just purchased Roadsinger today. It was so good to hear your beautiful music again. As usual, I cried when listening to it. The first song I remember hearing was Wild World. Boy, was I hooked. I love you, Cat/Yusuf and always will. I saw you in concert in Chicago and just stared at you. You were so beautiful. Age hasn't done any damage to you. Please come back to Chicago if you can. I will be the one in the audience staring and crying. Diane Lopez

    02 Feb 2010 DIANE LOPEZ Report Comment

20. I admire your steadfastness and patience in going through all the difficulties and slander created by a few (esp the international media) since becoming a muslim. What is important is what ALLAH thinks of us and not the people since it is to him alone that we are returning to give our accounts. May ALLAH make you steadfast as "He is always with the righteous and steadfast people". Anyway this is part and parcel of the journey towards the straight path as has been endured by the people before us. You can be sure that there are only "a few"(as in history) that do not want to see the light of truth prevail on this earth but ALLAH says "they plan but I plan better". Please also continue with your dakwah through your talks and educational activities, which i had the privilege to attend and has enlighten many of us. Many people are still waiting for the message of peace and success of this world and life hereafter. Peace on to you

    28 Jan 2010 mohd azlan Report Comment

21. When I was a little girl I remember music in the background, and it was your voice that was always in my head...I'm 35,and I finally now that your music was always with me, It was always just your voice...

    25 Jan 2010 Michelle Report Comment

22. Thank you for making the decision to come back to the fans who loved you and your musical message in the '70s, the days of our youth and naivety. As a college student in '71, I "found" your music and found an expression of feelings that I had never known before that. Your song, "Father & Son", as for so many others, helped me through the difficult early death of my father, at 56. Here I am, at 57, still listening to Stevens' music and message, while also finding new meaning and joy in Yusuf's music and message. Peace to you and your family!

    25 Jan 2010 Ron Report Comment

23. Whether he sings as Cat Steven or Yusuf Islam this man has a voice of absolute beauty. I watched a recent documentry of Yusuf Islam which showed concerts from the '70s. He is still just as brilliant now as he was then. Roadsinger is awesome. Father and Son is the best song of all time. Will you ever come to Australia?

    24 Jan 2010 Brendan Morris Report Comment

24. I grew up listening to your biggest hits. Heard in the news that the previous administration would not allow you into the country. Not sure if it was rue, but would not be surprised if it was. Saw you a few months ago on the Colbert or Stewart show. Rediscovered the simplicity and strength of your music. Look forward to purchasing your lasest release and previous music. Thanks for sharing your music. Peace, Gustavo Lira Maywood, IL, U.S.A.

    17 Jan 2010 Gustavo Lira Report Comment

25. i just started to listen you about one year ago.music,unfortunataly,like a pill for us.you know especially youngs suffer from everyhing voluntarily.and THANKS TO those silly music maket music destroys our thoughts,the way of living,habits,desires from LIFE...So,accordin to me musicians must be responsible on lyrics.LIKE YOU....I'm turkish.I am born as muslim...And ı can not proud of it.i just can thank to RAHIM for sending me to earth being this...Thanks for everything you add to me....But i can not stop myself sayin that:WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF YOUR SONG PLAYIN ON GUITAR SO HARD?!...care yourself.........

    15 Jan 2010 sevgi nida Report Comment

26. thank you for your beautiful music that will forever live in my heart. -sure wish there would be a U.S. tour...maybe our dying peace movement would finally come to life. Folk Music brings people together like nothing else and seems to cross all barriers; it seems to be what our country currently lacks the most.

    13 Jan 2010 charrob Report Comment

27. thank you for your beautiful music that will forever live in my heart. -sure wish there would be a U.S. tour...maybe our dying peace movement would finally come to life. Folk Music brings people together like nothing else and seems to cross all barriers; it seems to be what our country currently lacks the most.

    13 Jan 2010 charrob Report Comment

28. Cat Stevens or Yusuf Islam is just a name. Now, the "being" is another matter. Whoever you are, thank you. And keep on sharing your creativity. Love.

    09 Jan 2010 Prem Yadoshi Report Comment

29. i am a new comer in being the fan of yusuf islam. i first heard his songs from my friends and i find it interesting, warmth and peaceful. i didn't know that yusuf islam is actually cat stevenson. i just thought that he is an unbeleivable person. just amazing.. dear yusuf, either you are a singer or just a person, you are truly a gift to the world. Alhamdulillah.. may allah bless you always.. (hanis - from Malaysia)

    08 Jan 2010 hanis91 Report Comment

30. You are truely magnificent! I Simply adore listening to your songs as it gives me a sense of pleasure and warmth. For almost 6 years now i have been writing songs especially poems.I am now 16 years old girl living in KSA.I wrote topics coming from different backgrounds and i would love if you had the time to see one of my poems about Gaza. Here is my email: judy_ruby_93@hotmail.com It would be my dream if you were to sing one of my songs. I would really appreciate that.Thanks alot for your time!
    
    Webmaster's Reply: You can send your poems to press@yusufislam.com.

    28 Dec 2009 judy obaji Report Comment

31. Yusef Islam is perhaps the most gifted and spiritual singer/song writer of our time. I am reminded of this each and everytime I turn on my IPOD and listen to Peacce Train, Wild world, Shamsia or the road singer or what appear to be another 100 songs. I sure hope he continues to produce albums one after another so that we can all rejoice. I just caught a re-run of the Chris Isak show where he was a special guest and was floored. I could have watched him talk for another 10 hours. Does anyone know of a good biography I can read of Yusef Islam?

    27 Dec 2009 Michael Mabrouk Report Comment

32. Grazie Yusuf per riuscire ad emozionarmi ancora dopo per avermi accompagnato come Cat per 40 anni. Un abbraccio amico mio

    26 Dec 2009 Gian Paolo Frongia Report Comment

33. Salaam.. I'm Dani from indonesia.. your songs are really good, I love the album. I'm looking forward for your show in Indonesia..

    25 Dec 2009 Fie Report Comment

34. Salaam.. I'm Dani from indonesia.. your songs are really good, I love the album. I'm looking forward for your show in Indonesia..

    25 Dec 2009 Fie Report Comment

35. Yusuf， 你好。My name is Xiao Bai. I am a horridly talentless musican from the Shire of Northampton. Never played live and have just finished recording my own little EP in my room and will now irritate the world with my 'music'. Just wanted to know, were you this nervous when you started? Thankfully, like you, I have found something to belive in to guide me along the way. Buddhism. Gives me great comfort. I have gievn up beer and changing my name to my Chinese name when I can afford it. (My old name was Ciaran ^_^) Well, I'll not bother you any longer. 再见 my friend. Peace man~~ though I prefer to say, Take care. Cherish your life. Soberity is underrated!! :)

    23 Dec 2009 白聖仁 Report Comment

36. So much good and so much love comes out of your words and music. What a gift so humanity and society you have provided. I live in the metropolitan Detroit area and we all hope that one day you will grace us with your presence. There is actually a very deep musical culture and history here. We also are proud to have the largest Arab population in the U.S. living amidst our very pluralistic society. What better platform than to perform to such a large, diverse, and appreciative audience! Thanks. We love you.

    16 Dec 2009 Robert Lezuch Report Comment

37. Love you, love your music, a true gift to the people of this planet. Your music has been and will be an inspiration and a blessing to me always!!!

    14 Dec 2009 Nancy Brickhouse Pelletier Report Comment

38. I must comment on Lady D'rbanville. It is the most beautiful Song, poetry, imagery, melody, voice, creativity and overall most beautifull and hauntingly creative inspirational song ever! Kind Regards, C

    13 Dec 2009 C Polemi Report Comment

39. Was at the RAH what a night best ever concert from the best voice in the world Tom - Ireland

    11 Dec 2009 Tom Brett Report Comment

40. Dear Yusuf, Thank You for amazing poetry and magic music. I know all songs created by Cat. Now I can say that I know all songs created by Yusuf. For me they are look alike but some how they are deferent, more mature, deep and beautiful. They are like all of us from those times. Thank You for music of hope on better tomorrow, thank You for words creating a beautiful prayers. Shortly saying I understand your choice made years ago and wish the best You and Your family. Sorry for my English - is not good because I’m not using it often. Ela from Poland (Warsaw) with hope that Yusuf will be creating more and more

    10 Dec 2009 Ela Report Comment

41. I grew up with the music of Cat Stevens/Yusuf Islam. Have all the collection of wonderful albums and still have the wonderful poster from the 80's. Love the music , love the man.. Wish you would come to Toronto Canada for a concert! Would be a dream come true.. Love and Peace.. Laura

    10 Dec 2009 Laura Porter Report Comment

42. Love the new album, keep on sharing the words of love.

    09 Dec 2009 doc Report Comment

43. Dear Yusuf, My husband and I flew from Tampa, Florida to attend the Liverpool concert. Thank you for a total dream come true. You are the most amazing singer/songwriter ever....! Let me speak for America and apologize for our bad behaviour. Please come and tour here. I know that there are enough non-ignorant folks to fill Madison Square Garden! Ok but if you don't we'll go to wherever you play next. You are playing again right? The world needs to hear what you have to say! Can't wait to fly to London to see your show, it appears that it is going to be fantastic with a wonderful spiritual message. Salaam, Shalom, Peace and Namaste, Haris Lender

    08 Dec 2009 haris lender Report Comment

44. love the new album...best album you've done in 30 years

    07 Dec 2009 Green Day Report Comment

45. yusuf i went to the echo in liverpool last night with my girlfriend and we both thought you and your band and the cast of the musical was fantastic what a show well worth waiting the 33 years you was away to see you live in concert and you deserved the 3 standing ovations you received at the end of the show! cant wait to take our children to see your musical . barry corness & nicola hughes.

    06 Dec 2009 barry corness Report Comment

46. Thank you. Your music means more to me than you will ever know. You are my partner in poetry.

    05 Dec 2009 Miranda Morley Report Comment

47. Dear Yusuf, Excuse me for my poor English,first time I heard your music when I was 15 years old and till now I love you, your music, voice. I started to study English when I heard your songs, then I translated them. It was when our country was named USSR, now our country divided into many countries and I live in Ukraine now, countries disapeared and appeared new one but your music inside of me and never disapeared. You give me strong will, love to the world and whisper of spirit. Thank you very very much. You are one of the greatest person in our world. God bless you. I wish you love , health, and new inspirations!!! Katrin

    03 Dec 2009 katrin_dox Report Comment

48. We are all messengers, Yusuf your lyrics and soul reaching music has reached into the hearts of thousands of people, like you I found Islam at a later age, but before this I have always appreciated the words of your songs, the ones that makes us look deep into ourselves, the good within ourselves, for anyone who truley feels the emotion and essence of your music must have a deep and hidden seed of god inside them, you I am sure have watered those seeds through your songs, Alhamdulillah for more than what I can express, not just for your songs but for all those who help nurture the growth of our Ummah within ourselves..... Just look at the full moon rising over the water and tell me how how great Our Creator is. SubhanaAllah! Ayisha from Tasmania Australia

    03 Dec 2009 Ayisha Varga Report Comment

49. Dear and respected yusuf, you are the enlightened leader in this present day dark world.of aids and endless crusades . you and your band has been a beacon of hope .May God protect you and your family ( musical.related ,spiritual related ,and blood related members of your family)from evil eyes.love your song all kinds of roses. with your entry to Islam looks like omar has entered. Thank you.,thank you for your music and your vision of light which our world needs most. Morning has broken, yusuf has spoken, peoples hearts have harken, to peoples global peace union. humaira ali.

    01 Dec 2009 humaira Report Comment

50. Father..i love this album where do you go..please forgive me, my english bad

    30 Nov 2009 Ruspianuddin Report Comment

51. happy to hear from you again even it has benn more than 25 years we met ..doing the best for mankind and humanity ..brother nouredine from Algeria .

    27 Nov 2009 nouredine benachi Report Comment

52. Yusuf was just reading your blog, fans that are true to you know what you stand for and your new songs are as honest and enlightening as any of your previous songs. I am just happy you are back and listen both old and new everyday. I have learned the words to a good part of roadsinger and embarass myself singing along, my children say I ruin the song but oh well I just can't help myself. enjoy you return to the stage and again I hope to see you and sing along to whatever your set list is in the states. I love all your songs and you have been and always will be an everday part of my life.

    24 Nov 2009 fred bello Report Comment

53. I saw you last night at the NIA - amazing show, it brought the hairs up on my arms!. I was one of the youngest people there - just a mere 40 year old, but I was brought up on Cat Stevens and have all your work on my iPhone now - how times have changed! The last 2 albums are also great and you are a person who's lyrics & music have always made me think about life and it's meaning. Great to have you back - I just wish that my mum & uncle were still around to have enjoyed last night. Hope your cuppa tea went down well as a post-show celebration - rock n roll!!

    24 Nov 2009 mark robinson Report Comment

54. Assalamu'alaikum... My name is Anugro, from Semarang City, Central Java, Indonesia. I have nasheed team there (tim nasyid, in Indonesian language). You can visit our blog : www.syibbannada.wordpress.com But it's in Indonesian language. By the way, I'm looking for your song's liric : Al-Kholiq, Allahu Allah, Bismillah (I'm Muslim), Our guide is the Qur'an, and Months in Islam. Please send them to my e-mail : anugro.dbs@gmail.com This is second time I visit your website. It's very nice, alhamdulillah. Thank you before. I'll waiting for your e-mail. Wassalamu'alaikum...

    24 Nov 2009 ANUGRO SURINYOTO Report Comment

55. YUSUF IS TRULY A GURU. GURU MEANS 'ONE WHO TAKES AWAY THE DARKNESS OF IGNORANCE AND GIVES YOU THE LIGHT OF KNOWLEGE'.AUM

    23 Nov 2009 Gordon Brown Report Comment

56. Your music is the sound track to my life. My parents played your music to me in the womb and through-out my life I have turned to you through good day and bad. One thing I have always dreamed of doing was being able to met you in person and see you sing 'Oh very young', now you are touring again this dream may be able to become real. I thank you for that. See you soon. xxxx

    20 Nov 2009 Jessica Report Comment

57. thank you for a wondrous evening in Dublin..I travelled the length of the country to be there and was delighted beyond measure...was embarrassed by the ignorance of the few...but hey,you carried the show magnificently...may the road continue to rise to meet you,Shay

    18 Nov 2009 Shay Hurley Report Comment

58. Assalamalaikum, Hello dear Yusuf,first of all greetings . Iam sabbir from India Ive heard about you when I was a small in school as i grw up in late 70s and early 80s.As i was interested in music from small and I was also involved with poetry playing instruments and art,I knew you as Cat stevens as the whole world did.Ive heard about your journey towrds Islam and spiritualism and somehow liked the way you have fused your musical talent in communicating God's beautiful creation and love.I wish you that you visit INDIA..and I would also like to keep in touch with you Good Luck And Allah Hafeez Sabbir H.

    18 Nov 2009 sabbir h Report Comment

59. Hi Cat, My name is Greg Wagensomer, everyone who knows me calls me Wags. I too play guitar, sing and write songs, a lot of them like yours with God on my mind and in my heart. He guides my words and my days as I go along in this life. Your music caught my ears a long time ago when I was only 15 years old, I am now 54 and still love your music and God. I am so glad you did what you did as Yusef and have decided to come back to your music. I don't think you ever really left it, it just had to find you again with a renewed spirit and it did ! Thank you for all the years, maybe someday I'll get to share a song of mine with you, someday. May God always bless you and all your works. Wags.

    17 Nov 2009 Greg Report Comment

60. I was at the concert on Sunday in the O2 in Dublin and I was ashamed to be Irish with the disrespectful response to Yusuf who I remember as Cat Stevens. It will be a shame on the Irish people if Yusuf does not come back again and I hope this does not happen. Not all of the Irish are rude ignorant and downright disrespectful as some of the people last night. I thought the show was excellent buyt then I am a fan and I had hoped the rest of the people there were fans and not just drunken idiots. Good luck with the tour and the musical which was a real treat.

    16 Nov 2009 Colm Doyle Report Comment

61. Cat Stevens, a lover of life and a poet with dreams; to hear you as Yusef reminds me of all I believed as a teen. We are all searching for that peace from above, and the greatest gift you share to all of us is love! I am thankful for your faith and that you are sharing your love to a world in need. Love, Leslie Bumgarner-Weaver

    16 Nov 2009 Leslie Weaver Report Comment

62. my name is barry corness am from liverpool carn't wait to see the master himself at work in the echo in liverpool yusuf i first heared your voice when i was a baby and never ever thought i would get to see you with my own eyes live. BARRY CORNESS

    15 Nov 2009 barry corness Report Comment

63. I did not like so much One othe Cup, but this last one, wow, I really feel you man...great By the way I do not believe in God the way you believe in God, but I am glad you found a way to please you and I respect you, as long as music like that still comes out of you... I like it, my ears like it too... I feel you have integrated your trip man...Love....Adityo (disciple of Osho)

    15 Nov 2009 Adityo Report Comment

64. larga vida a este eximio musico ,me ha deleitado toda mi vida .Recuerdo la primera cancion que escuche de èl ,"Sitting " haya por el 70 y algo y desde ahi en mas lo he sentido el numero uno desde Uruguay un gran saludo !!!!

    15 Nov 2009 Eduardo Diano Report Comment

65. "to bad you left us!" ....I was thinking I am so glad you are!

    14 Nov 2009 Joyce Amber-Messick Report Comment

66. Looking forward to the show at Liverpool soon. It has been too long without hearing your music live and I cannot wait. Welcome back

    14 Nov 2009 David Evans Report Comment

67. I remember hearing your songs three decades ago was one of the strongest emotions i would ever feel. You certainly were one of the most charismatic artists of your generation, a born poet and a most talented composer. It certainly brought a lot of spiritual backup to lots of youths at the time and walking away from the music world deprived them of this. Music has indeed a spiritual dimension that reaches out to the whole world no matter what their religion is and you did so well in terms of humanitarian work as a singer and composer, I always felt so sorry that you left us. If the showbiz world got so much on your nerves, you could just have got away from it and come back once in a while with a few songs then the human kind might have felt better... Music was certainly your best vehicle as a universal prophet and you helped people listening to the wind of their soul... Too bad you left us!

    14 Nov 2009 damman Report Comment

68. Thank you. Hopefully your songs have made people think more about things. You have written and sang songs way before there time. For instance, Where do the children play, Father and Son, etc. Has hit home with me and my own sons and grandchildren. Please keep it going, Maybe just maybe PEOPLE WILL LISTEN

    14 Nov 2009 dave Report Comment

69. Just listened to bitterblue live and it is just as cool now as it was the 1st time. I know your busy getting ready for your shows. I am sure it will be an amazing thing to witness. again good luck hope you are coming my way for a show.

    12 Nov 2009 fred bello Report Comment

70. Oh, I love the songs. I've almost worn out my Cat cds...I've asked my daughter for this CD for Christmas...it's all I want. Thank you, for all of your years of uplifting music, and I'm so glad you're back. Love and peace, Ginnie

    11 Nov 2009 Ginnie Merigold Report Comment

71. Wonderful new music, now maybe we can all get back on track :) Sharyn

    11 Nov 2009 Sharyn Proctor Report Comment

72. This is my Second comment, which I extrememly love to write about the best of people...And Yusuf you are Top Dollar indeed..I have to say that I not only scrapbook with a friend and listen over and over again to your music but am so excited to have one of your songs as my ringtone to my cell phone, I so love when it rings as sometimes I let the song go to the end before picking it up. Your music has inspired me for so many years and will continue to inspire me till the end of my time. When I read negative comment's it shows me that those who may write negativity are only envious of the life you have, the great voice of the universe, and the superior person in which you have become. I Love and admire everything that comes from within you Yusuf...You are a great inspiration to all. God Bless you and thank you for the serenity of your music, and your whole being, also allowing me to a member of your wonderful site. I so Love you!!

    11 Nov 2009 Eileen Rodriguez Report Comment

73. I can't tell you how excited I am about your new songs, as your music is truly one of a kind. I was captivated by the discovery of each of your albums as a middleschooler tinkering with my dad's turntable. I learned how to play guitar by fingerpicking Moonshadow. Your music has always touched my life and given my father and I something very special to converse about. Thank you for sharing such a special gift with the world.

    09 Nov 2009 Catie Tesreau Report Comment

74. I can't tell you how excited I am about your new songs, as your music is truly one of a kind. I was captivated by the discovery of each of your albums as a middleschooler tinkering with my dad's turntable. I learned how to play guitar by fingerpicking Moonshadow. Your music has always touched my life and given my father and I something very special to converse about. Thank you for sharing such a special gift with the world.

    09 Nov 2009 Catie Tesreau Report Comment

75. yusuf hopefully you will tour in the usa again you truelly are the worlds greatest artist. father and son still brings my mom to tears you are something unique

    06 Nov 2009 oliver Report Comment

76. I am hoping for a U.S. tour soon. Your music has lived in my soul for most of my life. In 1976 I stood in line in Detroit. MI. for hours to get tickets for your show and they sold out before I reached the box office. Hope that you make it to the U.S. because I am still waiting.

    06 Nov 2009 Michael Kildee Report Comment

77. Yusuf, I just want to thank you for your beautiful songs which are always a joy to listen to. I think your music is unique and when i don't feel so optimistic i start singing "avoid city after dark" and i walk home from work humming it :) I really admire that song because nowadays society chooses to go with the tide and i'm only 19 and i'm trying to go against it! Your music really portrays peace and it's very positive.You have touched many hearts all over the world regardless of who they are :) Again Thank you for helping others and making people happy. Peace be apon you.

    04 Nov 2009 leila Report Comment

78. yusuf i wish you the best of luck and sincere hope you have a wonderful time with your upcoming shows. wish i could be there to see you live but i will be listening with my heart

    03 Nov 2009 fred bello Report Comment

79. yiasu Yusuf.Im a big admirer of your music since I was a child and Im very exited as I just found out about the release of Roadsinger. regards Constantinos

    03 Nov 2009 constantinos hadjidemetriou Report Comment

80. I've been listening to your songs since I was a child. I live in Rio de Janeiro - Brazil, and you can't imagine how many fans you have here. Now my dreams will come true, because I"ll go to Dublin just to hear your songs and your message of love, peace and compassion. Peace be upon you.

    03 Nov 2009 Lorena Moroni Girão Barroso Report Comment

81. Thank you for your inspirational songs and life journeys, your music has helped us through and still be able to smile through life's ups and downs. My husband and I have grown up with your music and are huge fans. We have recently been lucky enough to have a gorgeous premmie baby at 30 weeks. We have named her Ruby after your song RUBYLOVE. Im sure Ruby will be a huge fan as she falls asleep to your music. Sadly we are going to miss your London concert but hopefully you will come to Australia and we can have you sing RUBYLOVE to our RUBYLOVE. Thank you so much for coming back to perform. See you in OZ - dont leave it too long we want our RUBYLOVE to meet you very soon.

    02 Nov 2009 kylie wintle Report Comment

82. asalam sir, am an indian teenager who is very much into rock music and would like to form a band to play what i call 'islamic rock'... now then problem is that my parents believe that music is not allowed in islam.... but i believe in my heart that it is not so... and i know that u do too... do u have any suggestions to make as to how i can confront this problem.... -Hassan Kadli

    01 Nov 2009 Hassan Kadli Report Comment

83. asalam sir, am an indian teenager who is very much into rock music and would like to form a band to play what i call 'islamic rock'... now then problem is that my parents believe that music is not allowed in islam.... but i believe in my heart that it is not so... and i know that u do too... do u have any suggestions to make as to how i can confront this problem.... -Hassan Kadli

    01 Nov 2009 Hassan Kadli Report Comment

84. I love you yusuf-cat :)

    01 Nov 2009 ecmel Report Comment

85. I'm just young man. I've been know your song just new, take some looking for your roads life profile, it's really amazing that you so touching many of people in this whole world. You do not only sing and write songs, but do many things for human kind life's. That is reflexions from your most songs, salam and shalawat be upon to Rasul Muhammad SAW, where his profile and his history of life guides us to be better man, be useful for many people, be insightful. I'm became to your fans, get some your past songs. I think What art for, if could not touch the essence of life..could not express the agony in environment. Find the true...Nandi Arisandi-Jakarta-Indonesia

    31 Oct 2009 Nandi Arisandi Report Comment

86. Welcome back I am so looking forward to the concert at the Liverpool Arena my ticket is bought. My son is 16 he has been brought up on your music and is looking forward to his first would you believe live concert.

    30 Oct 2009 Lorna Leckie Report Comment

87. Was a big fan of yours a lot of years ago, then sort of lost touch with your music. Heard you on Radio 2 this morning and became abig fan again Maureen

    30 Oct 2009 Maureen Report Comment

88. Was a big fan of yours a lot of years ago, then sort of lost touch with your music. Heard you on Radio 2 this morning and became abig fan again Maureen

    30 Oct 2009 Maureen Report Comment

89. A new respect for you and all your work has grown these past 2 days, since I discovered your web site. Thank you for following the path that has lead your heart to help so many. Thank you for the music that brings peace to so many hearts, including mine. Sometimes it feels like one person can not accomplish much, but with help from above, you have.

    30 Oct 2009 Dennie Report Comment

90. JUST WONDERING IF NEW JERSEY SHOW IS A POSSIBILITY

    23 Oct 2009 fred bello Report Comment

91. I MUST TELL YOU. I AM SO HAPPY I AM ABLE TO HEAR YOUR REMARKABLE NEW SONGS. SIR I WAS BORN IN 63 IN NEW JERSEY. I WAS LISTENING TO YOU FROM THE AGE OF 10 MY OLDER BROTHER INTRODUCED YOUR MUSIC TO ME AND IT HAS NEVER LEFT. I LOST MY MOM IN JUNE GOD,MY FAMILY AND YOUR NEW SONGS GOT ME THROUGH THIS TRYING TIME. I HOPE SOMEDAY I WILL BE ABLE TO SEE YOU IN CONCERT. I HOPE YOU KNOW HOW MUCH YOU MEAN TO US IN THE UNITED STATES,YOU ARE A BLESSING. GOD BLESS YOU AND I STILL BELIEVE IN WORLD PEACE WITH PRAYER AND SONG.IT HAS BEEN AN HONOR TO BE ABLE TO SHARE THIS WITH YOU.

    23 Oct 2009 fred bello Report Comment

92. salaam Yusuf-I really like your music and respect you for finding out about islam and then acting on it.You seem very busy, do you get to see your family much.

    21 Oct 2009 sameena butt Report Comment

93. Yes, All kinds of Roses. This touches me as a true realisation of the good in everyone around us. It's fantastic work. Thank you.

    21 Oct 2009 Philip Savi Report Comment

94. I left a comment saying i love your music and your cd `roadsinger` is wonderful. Thank you so much for your music and for coming back after all those years. You are and will always be loved. Audrey xx

    19 Oct 2009 audrey jarrott Report Comment

95. I MUST SAY THAT I HAVE ALWAYS LOVED CAT/YUSUF BUT THIS LATEST CD ROADSINGER IS WELL JUST FANTASTIC. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YUSUF FOR BRINGING JOY TO ALL OUR LIVES. MY FAVOURITE SONG IS WELCOME HOME X

    19 Oct 2009 audrey jarrott Report Comment

96. I fall more in love with this set of songs every day. Thank you for coming back.

    18 Oct 2009 Marisa Report Comment

97. Today I was teaching my freshman English class about Civil Rights in the United States, and in touching on racial profiling, I asked them to recall how Cat Stevens -- now Yusaf Islam -- had been unfairly denied entry into the U.S. after 9-11 and the story that ensued. None of my freshmen knew Cat Stevens! I paused and decided that it was my duty (before grammar, style, mechanics, etc.) to educate them~ :) Your music and message is eloquent and sublime. My admiration to you!

    16 Oct 2009 Leslie Terrell Report Comment

98. I didn't know where to post this because there isn't a comments section by individual songs, but Yusuf, you should check out the "Fabulous Fairmount Falcons Chorus" performance of "If you want to Sing Out" on Youtube. It's guaranteed to warm your heart - the message spreads through the youth! Peace and love from Arizona.

    15 Oct 2009 Marilyn McLean Report Comment

99. Yusuf,I have listened to your music regularly for 40 yrs. - from Mathew and Son onwards. Imagine my disappointment when shortly after I booked to go to Morocco I see that you are performing in Dublin the night after I travel. I see you are only doing 4 dates so unless I win the Lotto and can afford to travel to England I have missed my opportunity. Inchallah maybe magic will happen! Thank you for the joy through the years - your music got me through many lows in my life. Be healthy and happy and maybe if you are rehearsing in Dublin prior to your gig I could listen at the door????

    15 Oct 2009 Dolores Ferris Report Comment

100. Haven't heard such songs from long time! love them Please keep singing Cheers Ben,

     14 Oct 2009 Carson Report Comment

101. Keep going! you're awesome-no that's a lie-you're even better!

     12 Oct 2009 Sophie Report Comment

102. Yusuf, your music is beautiful and inspiring now as it was before. I love your music. You have a great gift from God. Keep creating beautiful melodies. Cheers!

     12 Oct 2009 Adrienne Report Comment

103. I fell in love with yusuf's soul 35 yrs ago. he is a wonderful, kind and peaceful man. He is an increditable writer and musical dream. I enjoy his new songs as much as the older. I respect you Yusuf.. make everyone you touch happy...it is truely your gift...may god bless you and your family.

     08 Oct 2009 Sandra Eddy Report Comment

104. its so amazing ,how God has blessed you with so many achievements.How one life dedicated to serve mankind can achieve so much is very inspiring. You are a true messenger of peace.I hope the noble peace price committee has eyes to see what you are.may God protect you from evil eyes. May God grant the best place in heaven to your mother for raising a lovely human being like you. Humaira ali.

     07 Oct 2009 humaira Report Comment

105. I love everything from Yusuf Islam he is a real artist ..when u read about his story its so amazing ..God bless him .

     06 Oct 2009 Louaar Youcef Report Comment

106. Im 22yrs old and just discovered Cat in the beginning of this summer when my mother whos 51yrs old pick up a greatest hits album. ive never felt more real music. i listen at least 5x a wk. so i decided to go online and find out what all this nonsense about him being a terrorist trader was and since im openminded i took the time to find out Yusuf Islam is a good example that the people of the world should look at and say that is what the human race goal is to love and be loved in purest form. i would also say for someone whose practiced Baptist Christian,catholic,and athisism i actually am considering checking out the coran. the propaganda in this country has really made us fear ur people but was impose fear where theres no threat of evolution. Thank u so much and i will listen the the wind of my soul.

     05 Oct 2009 Jessy Report Comment

107. I am mistaken , the song was moon shadow, and i apologize for the mistake.

     05 Oct 2009 Donna Henson Report Comment

108. I am an idiot, i meant the moonshadow song from the old album... sorry.

     05 Oct 2009 Donna Henson Report Comment

109. I'm an idiot, I meant to write Moonshadow from the firecat album.... sorry for the misquote below.

     05 Oct 2009 Donna Henson Report Comment

110. Your voice in unforgetable, your messages impeccable. I've missed your ballads and the timbre of your voice, and when I heard the commercial on TV for the cell phone service , I proclaimed loudly to my 23 year old daughter... that's the man who sang Cat's Cradle , the song I sang you to sleep to. Welcome back, we have missed you in the USA.

     05 Oct 2009 Donna Henson Report Comment

111. I was listening to the "telephone thing" commercial and began smiling. Your music has always made me smile. Anyway I had to do a search and I landed here. In my late teens and twenties I enjoyed your music, it always had a "hopeful" tone about it and would often conjure visions of happy children. Listening here today it still sounds hopeful and I still get visions of children running and playing without a care in the world. Maybe if we could be more like children in our own lives there wouldn't be half the garbage in the world today. Thanks for the smiles.

     05 Oct 2009 Coey Report Comment

112. I have been listening to you for most of my life as my dad is also a fan. Now that I'm grown, my dad and I have something wonderful to share...your music. Thanks for coming back to us. You were sincerely missed all those years.

     04 Oct 2009 Jackie Sharp Report Comment

113. I am 11 years old, and Yusuf Islam is my role model. His story is amazing and touching. Thank you :)

     03 Oct 2009 Noraa Report Comment

114. I have grown up with your music and have always had an amazing connection to it. My father was the one who intially introduced me to your songs. Every time I hear one of those songfs (wild world, father and son, morning has broken) I think of him with boy joy and grief. I would love to have the opportunity to experience your music live, are you planning to come to Canada at all?

     02 Oct 2009 Amanda Malloy Report Comment

115. At a young age, your music gave me such a sense of peace, as it does today....... God is great.... It is so terrible that Music in all of it's Power, cannot drop borders, but one thing it can do is MAKE US ALL ONE Johnny

     29 Sep 2009 John Ferrell Report Comment

116. -A is for Allah is absolutely wonderful, the vocal quality, the clarity of the idea, the communication, and the haunting beauty of the melody and word rythm weaving together...thankyou, very much

     28 Sep 2009 Debra Elliott Report Comment

117. 我必须来道歉，我绝对不是故意这样做的。

     28 Sep 2009 zhaoyi Report Comment

118. Hello Mr.Yusuf: I'm a student from China,I remember the first song i hear from you is<Lady D'arbanville>.and now,I have listened your music for 5 years,25% of my life.Your music give me a lot,It share time with me through the dark night and in the sunshine. And yes,you have seen,my English is poor,i cannot explain my feel from my deep heart.I love you and I love your songs so much!but you are so far away from me,i cannot buy your DC that i want in China.I feel so BUSHUANG about this,I have only watched your videos in the youTube again and again,i printed your photoes and put them on my room. ...oh!English made me crazy... And how i wish you can come to China and give your Chinese fans a concert.we are all look forword enjoying it. my Email adress is:hellostevens@yahoo.cn look forword your letter and thank you for reading. yours Zhaoyi and Handing

     27 Sep 2009 zhaoyi Report Comment

119. Dear Brother Yusuf, Assalamuwalaikum. Everytime inshallah I will try to keep you in my pray. Allah will be always with you. May Allah bless you.

     25 Sep 2009 dr mobarock Report Comment

120. I took up running in 1981 and found a sort of peace in the self reflection and rhythm that came with the longer distances. By 1986 I was running long distance and had put together a music mix on my "walkman" cassette. I was about 18 hours into a 24 Hour race around a cinder track in Birmingham, tired beyond belief, my body and mind screaming for me to stop, I grabbed my Walkman from my bag, put on my earphones and as the sun rose pressed play. The sound of Yusuf singing "Morning has Broken" came in to my ears, It took me away from myself into a realisation of the transience of things. . I did manage to keep going for the whole 24 Hours around that cinder track, and even now in my 60th year, the song and the man inspire me.

     24 Sep 2009 Kevin Dwyer Report Comment

121. Dear Yusuf, I saw you perform on The Colbert Report some time back, and now I am listening to Roadsinger. Your music and lyrics in the early days were always great, but this time you've really done it. May the crimson curtain rise over the stage for you, and may you then see things there as clearly as you see the moon on the night when it is full. Peace. md

     24 Sep 2009 Marlene DuBois Report Comment

122. please make section for songs with lyrics that many arab muslims arnt fluent in english pleeeeeeeeeaaaaaaase

     23 Sep 2009 HANI Report Comment

123. may allah give you health and power

     23 Sep 2009 HANI Report Comment

124. everytime I'm listening to your songs it boosts my iman and realize things that was really amazing like i am very much proud and thankful that i was born as a MUSLIM... you're one of our inspiration... peace be with you and more power..

     23 Sep 2009 Jennifer F. Garcia Report Comment

125. I don't know you, but your music makes me want to, like it always has. I am happy you are going to share again. Maybe I can/will go to UK and see you in concert. peace

     22 Sep 2009 donna Report Comment

126. I have to say what an absolute joy it is to me to know that you are playing and recording again, sharing your wonderful gift with a world which needs it so much. Our "Good Books" may be different but I believe we are on the same page..God bless you Margaret, Cork, Ireland

     20 Sep 2009 Margaret Mulderrig Report Comment

127. Your return which I consider the best gift you could ever give to the world gave me inspiration and moved my feelings. I barely slept this night ... Welcome Home, Road Singer, All kind of roses, … Wow, … your tunes and words kept playing in my mind all night long, You're a master Yusuf, really. Now, it's my turn to make the leap forward and bring out all my dreams that were covered with dust. I'm 36, a bit confused which road to take, now I feel a big gratitude for you because you proved without a doubt that the passion does not die. You said it in an interview : “When I touched the guitar again, I felt that all was there, the inspiration and all.” Go, great man, go, God bless you, paint our dreams, enlighten our souls with your warm tunes and your words of wisdom.

     20 Sep 2009 Karim Report Comment

128. Fair play to you! I was a kid when first exposed to your music, now my own children are hearing it. It helped me through those tough teenage years and now I listen to it to reflect and remember my youth. Keep singing!

     19 Sep 2009 Louise Marie Walsh Report Comment

129. Dear Yusuf, your music was comforting and sometimes felt even emotionally healing when troubles surrounded me as a teen and as a young adult. Recently, I found the same to be true; I guess we are always searching within ourselves and sometimes get caught up with our everyday lives and troubles looking for a gentler, kinder way. Recently, hearing a commercial with your music made me remember a simpler time when I turned to music for this comfort and it’s brought me back to your music again.
     
     Just remember, whatever your name is, it doesn’t matter; whether you are Yusuf Islam, Cat Stevens your music still has a very posititive message to many people around the world. With today’s troubles and some of the bad influences some music reflects; I hope that your music will continue to reach out to generations to come. Music is one of the worlds biggest forms of communication. God wants us to spread his word and positive messages to others; that’s what your music has always done around the world to people of all religions. Many people doubted the media when they tried to destroy you, your positive messages and charitable work still ring through in the hearts of many. Thank you.

     18 Sep 2009 Louise Report Comment

130. waiting for show in argentina.......

     18 Sep 2009 Chris Report Comment

131. Please, please, please include Rome in your upcoming tour!!! We'll be a lot to listen to you! Good things for you.

     17 Sep 2009 manlio meloni Report Comment

132. I missed you. Thank you for making more music. I hope I passed you at some point on the road - and was able to make a positive contact. Your work helped me to grow into a good person. I beleive in you Cat.

     16 Sep 2009 Pat Report Comment

133. Sorry, Cat, for my language. Maybe I have make a address mistake when I've miss this notes. I try again and I hope it's allright. I love your music from 70' and I saw you in Rome in april 74 with the Bamboozle tour. I was 17 years ago and you 26! But I have always think of you, until today. I love Freigner suite, your best song for me, and I love Catch bull at four & Tea for the Tillerman and every other record. I have listened Roadsinger and after many listen I think it's a so sad record but you have touched my heart and my soul, again! Thank you Cat, thank you Yusuf, you are a good great person and I hope you make new beautiful songs like All kinds of roses. Giulio Luppi

     12 Sep 2009 Maria Grazia Rotelli Report Comment

134. I always loved your music and lyrics, feeling a spiritual kinship with you. I am glad i have recently found you again and know that you have done such good in your life. I am more glad that you are back to music - writing and singing - as that is the most universal and spiritual medium there is.

     11 Sep 2009 Christine Bjorklund Report Comment

135. Assalamualaikum, Nice to know you , the apprentice of a new thinking in Islamic musician , thats make so many muslim now have a courage to faces with crowd to show the unique of islam.This is a good perfomance of da'wah.May ALLAH bless you and all your family.Barakallahu lakum.

     10 Sep 2009 Ahmad Zabidi Abdullah Report Comment

136. Yusef - I have all of your albums, and have recently purchased "roadsinger". A wonderful work! I am indebted to your wonderful spirit of love, friendship and happiness that your music both past and present has brought to me. You are a true artisan, a craftsman and a humanitarian. Thank you! Peace and love always! Gary.

     09 Sep 2009 Gary Roufosse Report Comment

137. YUsUf!~You roke away from the"intoxication" of music.. the days you lived and breathed-music-, ...put down your guitar&walked;away at the epitome of success. A lesser man would not squander fame. BUt it never defined you or drugged you or robbed your soul. Your star shone so brilliant and bright it eclipsed everything and there was an answer that spoke to the soul thqt could not be robbed.I never took you for a lesser man- you proved me SO right.;) Musice like art is a lifelong freind. You can pick up a guitar 25 yrs on and discover good freind dont leave you. You know how they say sing it"Once more with feeling!"? Once moe with meaning, purpose I think.:) We all need the simple joy, peace contentment and meaning of having you walk along side us as we share the same time in being alive on this on this earth. Now that youre back I feel young again too;). I will always enjoy and admire your creativity, passion and humanity> congratulations. So proud of you. LEYA MATALAS, Toronto

     06 Sep 2009 LEYA MATALAS Report Comment

138. I heard The Wind today and it brought me back to my youth and a more innocent time. I decided to look to see what you've been up to, to see if you'd returned to your musical roots. And, happily, somewhat you have. I've missed you these so many years. Welcome back. You have gladdened my heart.

     03 Sep 2009 Carol Davis Report Comment

139. Esselamu Aleykum.. Merhaba,Şarkılarınızı büyük bir beğeniyle dinliyorum.Hepsi tek kelimeyle muhteşem bence..Özellikle mana bütünlüğü çok güzel.İngilizce şarkı dinleyen gençlerimize gerçekten güzel bir kaynak oldu.Emeğinize, yüreğinize sağlık.Başarılarınızın devamını diliyorum.Umarım bir gün karşılaşırız. Türkiye'den selamlar.
     
     I must say that your music is wonderful. Especially meaning of them. I wish you continued success. I hope one day we will meet in Turkey. Take care of yourself... Greetings from Turkey.

     31 Aug 2009 husna Report Comment

140. Enjoyed your new CD. It was like going back to the '70's. Wish you could find time to do some concerts in the US. Wilkes-Barre , PA has a nice, small venue to play in. I still have your original albums from the late '60's & '70's.

     31 Aug 2009 Bruce Frederick Report Comment

141. I have so missed you as an artist and musician X

     29 Aug 2009 Carolyn Sinclair Report Comment

142. Thank you. I love you from the bottom of my heart. I've been a father bringing my beautiful son up on my own for seven years now. He is eleven and a good boy. I feel I’ve done my best but also failed him deeply. I am ashamed that I have never beat my addictions to drugs and alcohol and hiding it from him and lying to him is not enough anymore. I have always done much work for charity and showed love to those around me but for some reason now I feel hiding my habits is wrong.
     
     Thank you so much for being there to show me a good path. I only hope and pray that one day I’ll find what you found. I’ve been crying lately but find it hard to leave my habits behind and make a change. Is it possible to use alcohol and drugs and still be a good person. I’m scared.

     29 Aug 2009 brian Report Comment

143. Dear Yusuf, Ive been fan of your music for many years. Growing up my parents listened to your music and I have my orginal "Teaser and The Firecat" album which I love!I love your new album, "The Rain" is my favorite. I'm always so moved by your music, keep up the recordings !

     27 Aug 2009 nicole albrecht Report Comment

144. I only owned one of Cat's greatest hits compilations before purchasing Roadsinger. This album is truly a masterpiece!!!!!. I proceeded to purchase all of Yusuf's/Cat's entire (digital) catalog. I know the album is only a few month's old, but I am craving more! The music crosses social, ethnic, and religious boundaries. I am a 39 year-old male from the US (with a christian upbringing and Roadsinger is my new all time favorite.

     23 Aug 2009 Paul Report Comment

145. EHTARA=educating heart to always remember ALLAH

     20 Aug 2009 sarman Report Comment

146. Bought the new album 2 days ago and I LOVE it!. Can't stop playing "welcome home" and "everytime I dream".

     20 Aug 2009 Paul Report Comment

147. Please Come to the United States, I feel in love with your music in 74, and saw you in concert in Frankfurt Germany 1976 and have pictures, you music is the peace this world needs

     20 Aug 2009 Keith Miller Report Comment

148. Love the new album and as I own a VW bus you gotta love the bus! It was perfect!

     18 Aug 2009 Bernie Steininger Report Comment

149. Love the new album and as I own a VW bus you gotta love the bus! It was perfect!

     18 Aug 2009 Bernie Steininger Report Comment

150. The Roadsinger Album is just fantastic! Not even a bad song... I beleve in God and my religon is not the one of Yusuf, but I think his songs are even better now. He's giving to us today the best of his heart. Thanks, Yusuf, for such kind words to my ears. Paulo Rodrigues (from Brazil)

     18 Aug 2009 Paulo Rodrigues Report Comment

151. very nice..tq.

     17 Aug 2009 pokcik Report Comment

152. Peace be upon you and the mercy of God be upon you Ihope you give benefits to islam and muslims. i also hope that Allah guides you in your life and in your anashids. i hope that you can visit Egypt so soon.your anashids are very great and beautiful White horse Egypt

     16 Aug 2009 white horse Report Comment

153. Even though I'm only 15, seeing Cat Stevens in concert is on the things to do before i die list/ bucket list. Do a concert in Northern California! That's be great. Thanks.

     16 Aug 2009 emily Report Comment

154. I grew up with Cat Stevens's songs and His old songs always took my mind away from me. His new album has lots of missing souls which might be a part of the devil's whisper :). His new album seems so pure and doesn’t touch much because his mind is not set as free as before after he was converted to Islam. I believe Islam gave him a mission to set his mind freer then before to do better job. So he can at least convince people Islam doesn’t make people less effective. Otherwise people will think that Islam made him weak and soulless. I believe he has strength to do that and next album will be more joyful as he used to do. I love you Cat.

     14 Aug 2009 Metin Report Comment

155. I would like to thank you Mr Islam for your beautiful music and lyrics, which has inspired me back into the beautiful religion. Allahs blessings and my dawas to you. Thank You.

     12 Aug 2009 Amar Latif Report Comment

156. i just wondering ur song tittle 'morning has broken'. it was awonderfull song, eventhought i am not understand the lyrics..he3x!!! i heard that song when i was in junior high schools...become a moslem is a choice, my parents are moslems, but ... i try to become a moslem coz i found hidayah from Alloh. S.W.T thanx u so much....i hope we enjoyed with ur new album... from cirebon with love and friendships...., thanx for God who has creator warm regards Be SMART & More CREATIVE

     10 Aug 2009 Fujiono Edy Hardjo Report Comment

157. Yusuf Congratulations!, I believe 'Roadsinger' is probably the best set of songs you have ever released. It is so good to see you are writing singing and playing as well as ever Hopefully we can look forward to further releases from you Best wishes Alan

     10 Aug 2009 Alan Hayward Report Comment

158. thank you

     07 Aug 2009 Charles Oldendorf Report Comment

159. Excellent album!! It's really cool that you had come back after all these years with your original style again!! :D

     05 Aug 2009 Javier Valderrama Report Comment

160. great album... thank you yusuf for all good things that you have done for bosnia and bosnian people during all these years...come on peace train

     01 Aug 2009 zeid Report Comment

161. Dear Friend Thank you for all the years of beautiful songs and music. I am getting your new album for my 58th birthday in august.I have always being a fan of yours. please come and do a concert in west midlands love and peace carolex

     30 Jul 2009 csrole cadman Report Comment

162. My Dear Brother, When I listen you, or just see you, my heart begins to have this little rattling mode, as if it wants to shiver and wake up to morning. Listening your music always make me promise myself to take example of good people. I am scientist, and never thought just piece of notes on the paper, coming from your guitar, make feel what I feel. As it sound strange but real, life does have really really clues for everyone, even for me. May Allah keep us following those clues and make us reach him with dignity. I am loving you, and sending dua from here. Sincerely, Mehmet Sen

     28 Jul 2009 Mehmet Sen Report Comment

163. "Welcome Home".....

     28 Jul 2009 Margaret Griffith Report Comment

164. I just wanted to thank you for blessing us all with your talent, your words and your music. Today is my dad's 60th b-day and I dedicated FATHER AND SON to him, as it was always his favourite song to put on the background, when he wanted to tell me, my sis and brother, about life and stuff. I am such a big fan of yours! I hope I can see you performing live one day. Love, B.

     27 Jul 2009 Bruna Cirelli Report Comment

165. I just wanted to thank you for blessing us all with your talent, your words and your music. Today is my dad's 60th b-day and I dedicated FATHER AND SON to him, as it was always his favourite song to put on the background, when he wanted to tell me, my sis and brother, about life and stuff. I am such a big fan of yours! I hope I can see you performing live one day. Love, B.

     27 Jul 2009 Bruna Cirelli Report Comment

166. Welcome back! Hopefully Canada is not being as ignorant and you'll be able to play agaain. I met you at the Studio in Morin Heights,in '76 I believe, you were recording Buddha and the Chocolate Man? HOPE TO PERFORM SOON HERE IN nORTHERN vIRGINIA AS sTEVEN'S CAT *( AND OTHER WILD ANIMALS)ie eagles, John Cougar, etc. Any problem?

     27 Jul 2009 Steven Overing Report Comment

167. I truly believe this is your best complete work. I have all of them. Best wishes on much success in the future - and stay with us :-)

     25 Jul 2009 Margaret Griffith Report Comment

168. Although it is too short...but your performance in " Dream on" is amazing...

     25 Jul 2009 Fatma Report Comment

169. Happy Belated Birthday....I saw you at Massey Hall in Toronto, Canada many, many years ago. Still a devoted fan. Coleen

     24 Jul 2009 Coleen Spatafora Report Comment

170. Aslam-o-Alaikum Yusuf, Happy Birthday and all the best. my birthday is next week and I am looking forward to buying your new master piece of an album for it.

     22 Jul 2009 Khalid Siddiqui Report Comment

171. This Album is as a present for my twenty eight birthday, which the released of the Album coincided with the date of my birthday 5th of May 2009... Thank you and I really like your all songs of this Album and others...

     22 Jul 2009 Fatma Report Comment

172. "Wishing You a Most Happy Birthday"! May this day be a great blessing to you, my friend. Your music is unsurpassed! Theresa

     22 Jul 2009 Theresa Report Comment

173. Happy Birthday! Your voice & style are so unique, I am so glad you're making music again. Got to see you in concert in NY in '74 and again in '76. Hope you come our way again. ;) Allison

     21 Jul 2009 Allison Muench Report Comment

174. Happy Birthday, Brother Yusuf. Wish you all the best.

     21 Jul 2009 Fareed Report Comment

175. Yusuf Best wishes for a very Happy Birthday! Thank you for returning to your music. Cindy

     19 Jul 2009 Cindy Camuso Report Comment

176. Am new to Islam and am happy that i found lots of msgs in your lyrics i also read about how you converted am so glad to have known you

     18 Jul 2009 Maryam Yaqub Report Comment

177. Havnt listened to the album yet but will be getting it for my birthday which is the day after yours. I always felt cheated it wasnt the same day. from what i hear it is every bit as good as your early stuff. It saddened me greatly when you left the scene for all those years but i now realise i think that you had to go down that road in order to survive. How many times do we hear about lifes geniuses on a self destruct path and you are certainly a genius.who knowes what could have happened. i may be wrong but i dont think so.

     18 Jul 2009 Jacqui Jose Report Comment

178. Dear Brother Yusuf, "All kinds of Roses" brings tears to my eyes, it is so delicate and beautiful... lifting my spirit and wiping away my ego. "Road Singer" makes me realize that Islam is the only way... The others are just beautiful and clearly indicate the talent that is gifted to you. I love you and thank you for this beautiful music and above all the inspiring content.

     17 Jul 2009 Millah Bahari Report Comment

179. Dearest Yusuf, I've been your fan since 1972 & have always loved all your songs. I've been your silent admirer, as I know you are unreachable. I admire you for your songs as well as your charity work to humankind. You are God sent! God bless & I love you forever!

     16 Jul 2009 Wanroy Report Comment

180. Fantastic new album, can't wait to hear you live at Fairport Convention's Cropredy festival in August.

     15 Jul 2009 Steven Downes Report Comment

181. Dear Yusuf, I am from Belgium, sorry for my english. Why we don't find yours musicians Alun Davies, Jean Roussel on your last CD ? Why we don't find the lyrics ? Last one, where is "Sands & Boots", I don't have it on the CD ? Now, just to say, thank's for your : charity, love, and the return on the world of the music. Best wishes to you. Best regards,

     11 Jul 2009 marano Report Comment

182. Fantastic album; not a weak track on it. Getting the one with Boots & Sand is nigh impossible (had to buy the Mp3 of that track). My only complaint, it's too short; I want more. Looking foward to the day I may be good enough with the guitar to play some of the songs. Thanks Yusuf, for more beautiful and thought inspiring music.

     08 Jul 2009 Edward Conway Report Comment

183. one word can describe the entire album. beautiful. im aware he is to some extent controversial, as there are a lot of muslim bashers (around me anyways, but you get what you pay for when youre in texas.)

     07 Jul 2009 griffin mosbeck Report Comment

184. assalam 3alaikom kaifa haluk ya cheikh el islam arjou an ta kona fi sihhat jaida wa an yahdia allaho el mosslimin lkay yakona assa wahida ain cha allah i hope that from my heart. thank you so much for your music that break any hard heart. mohamed from morocco

     06 Jul 2009 mohamed Report Comment

185. I'm addicted to the "Thinking 'bout you" vid at the moment..on Virgin media. Just cannot stop looking and listening. Now I have the Roadsinger cd, I play it from beginning to end. The boy in the record shop who sold it to me said his favourite was "The Rain", but that his Uncle had also bought him The Best of CS album, so now he is a big fan of yours.Lots of Love, God Blessxxxx

     06 Jul 2009 Cynthia Report Comment

186. Yusuf, you have brought so much joy to my life! I'm so happy to be able to tell you that. I was at the first Majikat concert in Tucson, Arizona, USA on January 30, 1976. It was the best concert I ever saw. To find the DVD was available was the best news! I just watched the DVD again and it made me so happy. Bless you for all the joy you have brought to me and many others. Much love to you, Demaris Williams, USA

     06 Jul 2009 Demaris Williams Report Comment

187. Will there be any tour dates this year for the new album? Loved the new album BTW. I caught the BBC sessions last week, and it is good to see that you still sing some of the old songs. When you add the new tabs section, will the songs be as you actually play them, or as they appear in songbooks. This isn't always the same thing, as I have noticed with other artists.

     05 Jul 2009 Bob Wood Report Comment

188. Thank you Mr.Yusuf, Roadsinger is wonderful!! You are the best for me. I can feel good sensations when I listen you. Your voice is as therapy for my soul. I saw you in your concert in Barcelona in 1976 with your heel fractured. Your concert has been aways in my heart. Peace be with you

     04 Jul 2009 rosa Report Comment

189. Asmalucaleykum Brother Yusuf I am every sadden by the death of Michael Jackson. I have heard that Michael converted to Islam with your presence. Please brother Yusuf can you reply to me if this happen and Michael did converted. Can you please tell me if heard this or even know about it. Aslamucaleykum

     04 Jul 2009 Sahro Zeytuun Report Comment

190. Asalamu alaikum Yusuf. Ever since I was a child, I listened for you on the radio and watched for you on the tv. After you disappeared, I died inside. I became muslin on May 28th of 1995 and found you were a brother in Allah. Alhamdulillah. May Allah be with you always.

     03 Jul 2009 Rex Bell Report Comment

191. Hi Yusuf, I went to see Harold and Maude the day my dad died. I was alone and didn't have anything else to take my mind off my sadness. I laughed, cried, and felt better after. I've always loved your music, especially the songs from that movie. Recently, for some reason I don't know why, I picked up the album, Mona Bone Jakon. It was like going back in time and being here at the same time. I passed that album to some dear friends, and they are so happy to hear you again. Many love you and we're so happy you're back connecting with us with your wonderful music. All the best, and please don't leave us again.

     03 Jul 2009 barbara henninger Report Comment

192. I always love to listen to your music.

     02 Jul 2009 Luca Balducci Report Comment

193. Masha Allah! Masha Allah, brother Yusuf! I had graown up to my father listening to you and never realized what an impact your music could potentially have on my life until recently! I thank you for opening my eyes once again to my Deen through your music, and views!

     02 Jul 2009 ErinA Report Comment

194. Yusuf if I may call you that. Your early music was played when I was but young, but as I learnt to appreciate music my collection of your albums grew. I purchased Roadsinger today and listened, what I heard was pure joy. In the title track I saw your journey and felt the confusion and pain in the path that was travelled - the different emotions felt in that song. Thank you for reintroducing me to your music.

     01 Jul 2009 darren reid Report Comment

195. un album poetico che solo Cat Stevens poteva creare. Buona fortuna Cat.

     30 Jun 2009 antonio pedone Report Comment

196. I have been listening to your music for many years and was so happy to see you return. You have a wonderful voice with lyrics that are so meaningful. Thanks for sharing your music with us and good luck to you in the future. :)

     29 Jun 2009 Charmaine Report Comment

197. Brother Yusuf , thank you so much for all your beautiful songs that reflect real high emotions and do NOT conflict with Islam's guidelines. Jazakum ALLAH Kulla Khaira

     28 Jun 2009 taher Report Comment

198. Bellissimo

     28 Jun 2009 GIAMPIETRO BATTINI Report Comment

199. You are the best.

     28 Jun 2009 tom roller Report Comment

200. I was at the Salute to Hal Ashby tonight. You made my life much happier.

     26 Jun 2009 Lance Hakker Report Comment

201. The best of the best.

     24 Jun 2009 Guilherme Report Comment

202. You are my favorite singer in the WORLD! I love ever yone of your songs. I listen to your music almost all the time. I listen to it when I go to sleep and I listen to it when I'm in the car. I'm only 8 years old, and I already listen to your music, but I don't find a lot of kids my age that listen to your music. Anyway, I listen to all of your albums. And I LOVE them! Adi Zacks

     22 Jun 2009 Adi Report Comment

203. Thank you Mr Yusuf, you are truly a great man.

     21 Jun 2009 Rhyss Report Comment

204. As a young Australian boy (18) I can say I love your music and I love reading about you, the way you come across is just amazing and if you ever tour again please come down to Australia so I can bring my dad along and sit and listen to your songs and words of wisdom, you are truly a great man, Mr Yusuf. Thank you for your music and I thank God for giving the world someone like yourself.

     21 Jun 2009 Rhyss Report Comment

205. So glad you are back, hope you tour soon. Lynn Hook Cottingham

     20 Jun 2009 lynn hook Report Comment

206. Beautiful album brother Yusuf, maasha Allah. It would be fantastic if you can come to Australia. Peace from Australia.

     20 Jun 2009 Mariam Report Comment

207. Have bought it at last!!xxSteve/Yus

     19 Jun 2009 Cynthia Report Comment

208. In 72 I discovered you and I made a simple wish.. In 78 you were gone and I made another wish.. After nearly 30 years my second wish was granted and your back.. Perhaps before the end of days my first wish may yet be answered...

     19 Jun 2009 Kevin Byrne Report Comment

209. These lyrics are among the best he has ever written. Cat/Yusuf has reemerged with a new humility, gentleness, and grace in his countenance, and a new wisdom and radiance in his words. May the Holy Spirit of God continue to bless and protect him, inside and out. Musically, I cannot comment because I am in silence.

     17 Jun 2009 Just Me Report Comment

210. Dear Yusuf, beautiful music, meaningful and i think the sound of your voice is amazing. Thanks for sharing your passion with music and life with the world. thanks :)

     16 Jun 2009 Stonet Report Comment

211. Dear Yusuf (Cat), welcome back! Thank you so much for this magnific CD! Your words had always inspired me. Thank you for sharing, singing and writing, you have a special gift to touch people's hearts!
     
     I have learned English 'cause of you! 35 years ago, I really wanted to understand your songs so I have translated all of them into French.
     
     Hope one day I will see you in concert. Thank you, Yusuf for being a light in the darkness. For being honest, true, generous, for being YOU! May God bless you and your family "How can I tell you that I love you?" Monique Charbonnier

     16 Jun 2009 Monique Charbonnier Report Comment

212. Yusuf/Cat, I can truly say you changed the course of my life at 12 yrs old. This is the one opportunity to thank you for giving me your heartfelt music. My regret is not ever seeing you in concert. Please tour, your lifelong fans beg you. Please!

     15 Jun 2009 Suzanne Conover Report Comment

213. Dear Yusuf, you are a major light in my life at the moment. When I feel low you never fail to lift me up. I am new to your site and I cannot wait to get home and see what is new. I am in the autumn of my years and have loved your music for 40 years.
     
     My son Craig has just seen your concert on TV and I am so happy that he loved it so much. Thank you for Father and Son, Trouble and all your lovely songs that have travelled with me through my life. Glenn.

     15 Jun 2009 Glenn Martin Report Comment

214. I love the new album and I am so grateful that you are back writing your wonderful songs and singing them for us. Thank you.

     13 Jun 2009 Chriscat Report Comment

215. Dear Yusuf - I just listened to your Roadsinger CD and I loved it! It is more like your older stuff. I really like 'All Kinds of Roses', but I appreciate them all. When it was finished, I was disappointed because it was over too soon! I have been a fan since way back and think I have all the albums you have made, plus videos. I am very grateful you are recording again. Peace - Christie

     12 Jun 2009 Christie Davenport Report Comment

216. What a beautiful album 'roadsinger' is. Yusuf, you never ever disappoint and your voice is still so recognisable as 'Cat Stevens'. All your songs hold very special memories to a great many people and I hope 'roadsinger' is going to attract many new fans as well. I so enjoyed the radio 2 concert which had a lovely mix of 'old' and 'new'. Are you going to embark on a UK tour? I will be one of the first to buy tickets!! KC ruth X

     11 Jun 2009 KC ruth Report Comment

217. Amazing album once again! Grew up with the fine lyrics and melody... Can't stop listening. Thank you for bringing some new tracks.

     11 Jun 2009 Ruben Scetbon Report Comment

218. Dear Yusuf, ROADSINGER is so beautiful and inspiring. It brings back so many memories of creative writing. It brought tears to my eyes.
     
     I am so happy that you have returned to your true soul's purpose. Perhaps listing to Roadsinger will help heal and bring me back to my soul once again. Tune the strings of that solitary dulcimer sitting in the corner by the door, that so dearly wants for me to sing to it once again. Your song "Welcome Home" was special to me, since the name of one of my songs inspired by you a long time ago was called "Welcome In".
     
     May God's Inspiration, Blessings, Peace and Love surround us all as we view a vision of a new Peaceful and healing world. You are one of the drivers of that Train to Peace. Welcome back. You know that the Cat is said to have 9 lives.... You were perhaps at 4 when you left music....with a few more lives to count on. "Catch Bull at 4". Yes, Miracles do happen. May our dreams be blessed in the light and always be nearer to God's Will.
     
     Peace, Love and God's Light, Thank you Yusuf for coming back to your Songs! Sufi Poet & Mystic, Fatima

     10 Jun 2009 Anael Report Comment

219. Like every album Yusuf/Cat has ever recorded, I was never disappointed. Every song has a special place in my heart. Roadsinger, another masterpiece to my collection, beautiful, timeless, and priceless. Definitely warms the heart.
     
     Yusuf, words are not enough to express my feelings of gratitude, for listening to the many voices calling for your return. Never doubt it was the right choice. God bless you, your son for encouraging your return, and all the Yusuf family. VICKI V.G

     10 Jun 2009 downunder-72 Report Comment

220. There is little I can add to all the wonderful comments here other than to give you a heartfelt "thank you" for the gift you have given us all with your music.
     
     I just celebrated my 61st birthday today, and can still remember clearly when I was a young activist in the 60's for peace and a saner world. There were times then when it seemed that friends and family considered my views un-American at best. The songs "Peace Train", "Where Do the Children Play?", "Miles From Nowhere", and "Moonshadow" helped give me the strength to keep on in those times (and are still carrying me today).
     
     I just watched your interview with Tavis Smiley, and am delighted to see you are still speaking the courage of your convictions and standing up for peace and understanding. I am equally delighted to hear your return to music. Thank you!

     10 Jun 2009 Ron Shipp Report Comment

221. Yusuf, I have been listening to your music for more than 35 years... I grew up to the sounds of your voice in our home. My father and I used to sit and sing together at times...
     
     The gift that God gave you for song writing and singing is nothing short of fantastic! Thank you for sharing again. You have been missed, not by adoring fans, but by those who value the beautiful gifts you were given. I have enjoyed your new music, and hope that someday I may see you perform in person.

     10 Jun 2009 Sim Report Comment

222. When I was a teenager, I was ready to go to MSG to see you, then puff you were gone. Well I'm extremely pleased you are back making music and beautiful music at that. This last album (I still call them albums) sounds like the Cat Stevens I knew & loved. I'm very glad you found your happiness, which you were always looking for. I have finally found my HIGHER POWER, and am becoming happier one day at a time!

     09 Jun 2009 Jeffrey Fendt Report Comment

223. Mr. Islam, I LOVE Roadsinger! I have the downloaded version with "Boots and Sand" on it, but I want the DVD package now too to give as a gift to someone I know will love it. He used to love your alter-ego, Cat. He will also be thrilled to know you've returned!
     
     I myself have only an old greatest hits tape rescued from Salvation Army many years ago. The entire album is great and I hope it gets a Grammy nomination. "Welcome Home" is very powerful. The song that speaks to me the most, though, is "The Rain". I know it has Biblical references, but it also speaks to these difficult times in our country (USA) when it's so hard to be positive. But the entire album, including "Boots", is on repeat mode on my iPod every day since I bought it.
     
     They just don't make songwriters like you anymore. I'm glad your son found that guitar!

     09 Jun 2009 Iris M. Gross Report Comment

224. I love you Yusuf!!

     08 Jun 2009 Luis Pollo Gay Report Comment

225. Thank you for another wonderful album, Yusuf. I saw you in concert in Oakland, California in the 70's and had a stage hand give you something I had made for you. It was a 5' x 3' banner of the album cover of Teaser and the Firecat. Just wondering if you ever got it. By the way, welcome back, I've missed you.

     08 Jun 2009 Andrea Report Comment

226. Thank you for the beautiful collection of songs. I hope to be able to see you perform them live in the future.

     07 Jun 2009 Steve Lewis Report Comment

227. I love the new album - I have been listening to it non stop since it came out and have bought three extra copies to give to loved ones. Every so often something happens to make me feel grateful and lucky to be alive to witness, and this album is one of them. A musician friend once told me as we were discussing your music, good music is a manifestation of truth and it is no more true than for your music.
     
     Thank you for this gift to us - and for returning to your music in this way. I have read some horrible responses to your work from some very anti-Muslim people recently and I pray He gives you strength to go forward and withstand the inevitable criticism. I wholeheartedly agree with you on your website when you say 'you can argue with a philosopher but you can't argue with a good song'.
     
     There's not been much comment on the fact of having a committed, dedicated and sincere practising Muslim producing music for the mainstream music industry... this is truly momentous. May He guide and protect you, and this precious gift that you have.

     07 Jun 2009 Shareefa Report Comment

228. Yusuf can't help but true the course on my journey towards living Love. This album is a blessed gift from the Heavens. Both the music and the lyrics are very beautiful, peaceful and uplifting, not to mention Yusuf's glorious voice...
     
     Yusuf, blessed be your heart, your music and may Allah shower you with His Infinite mercy, the cool shade of His throne, the soft colours of His Noor and sweetness of Faith and Rizq. Ameen. Light and Peace

     07 Jun 2009 Lilian Marçal Report Comment

229. This album is awesome!! One of the greatests albums I've ever bought, and I'm only thirteen, hehe well, I just wanted to say that in Mexico Nat Geo music transmitted Thinking 'Bout You. Bye, take care, best wishes from Mexico.

     06 Jun 2009 adrian Report Comment

230. When you speak from the bottom of your heart you touch the souls and hearts of all. That is what you've done, Brother Yusuf, with your new album. You are always Welcome Home. Peace be with you.

     06 Jun 2009 Fareed Report Comment

231. Fantastic album. Midday (Avoid City After Dark) is a song that I sung to my grandson and now I have a song for my granddaughter...Thinking 'Bout You. Love road singer (small "R").

     06 Jun 2009 Michael Watson Report Comment

232. I have loved you Yusuf/Cat Stevens since you first started, your voice is so captivating, your Thoughts are truly Inspiring,I Love having You Back Yusuf. I send my Love to You. I Love your new CD which I've played over and over again, as well as your older ones also. You are God's Light, You send his and your messages through your music. Again we are Blessed to have you here with us. Thanks for all you are to us, A Big Inspiration!! Eileen

     05 Jun 2009 Eileen Rodriguez Report Comment

233. These songs get better each time you listen to them... which is how it should be. Cat/Yusuf's voice sounds great, and much stronger than I thought it would. Hope things go the way he's hoping for.

     04 Jun 2009 Cynthia Report Comment

234. Welcome Home is amazing!!

     04 Jun 2009 Cynthia Report Comment

235. Hello Yusuf, as a fan and admirer of yours for the past 38 years, I want you to know how absolutely terrific your new recording is. 'Roadsinger' has not left its position in my CD tray since I purchased it on the first day of its release, and I can assure you that it shall remain there for quite some time to come!
     
     Here is an indication of how truly cross-generational your appeal is, Yusuf: on the morning I walked into the record store to buy 'Roadsinger', not only was yours the CD that was playing, but the clerk who was playing it (and highly praising it) couldn't have been much past high school age. He went on to tell me that he had been raised listening to your songs and, as am I, was thrilled that you have continued on with making beautiful music.
     
     God bless you, Yusuf, and thank you. Bud Painton

     02 Jun 2009 Bud Report Comment

236. Roadsinger touches my soul and makes my heart dance. My favorite songs are:
     
     "Welcome Home," (Never did I imagine what a dawn could be, ‘til I opened my eyes to see… it was welcoming me!) "Thinking 'Bout You," (It makes me think of my love for my children - Whatever they say - whatever they do – I’ll always love you) "Everytime I Dream," (love the image of that “wild pack of lies”) and "Roadsinger" (... a child’s face peeped out and gave a smile and ran back. Behind a misty glass, on a window pane, a little finger drew a perfect heart and a name). I also love "The Rain" (the driving rhythm reminds me of Noah’s ark plowing under dark clouds through a drenching downpour - I really like the drama) and "World O’ Darkness" (reminds me of "Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald" by Gordon Lightfoot).
     
     Thank you, Yusuf, for being a light in the darkness.

     02 Jun 2009 Sunny Report Comment

237. Love the new CD Roadsinger. I can't get the songs out of my head (which is a good thing.) Can't keep the grin off my face. Can't keep the feeling inside. He's back...he's really back : )

     02 Jun 2009 Ann Cottone Report Comment

238. Congratulations on the new album. Just as great as your old work. My sister, Missy, & I have enjoyed your music for many years. Now, my niece, Adi is listening to your music. With much thanks!! Roberta

     01 Jun 2009 Roberta Sanders Report Comment

239. I love your new album and I hope that you will sing more songs. From Iran.

     01 Jun 2009 soroush Report Comment

240. Yusuf: I grew up on your music and I can play almost all of your songs on my guitar. I love An Other Cup and Roadsinger - you are still my favorite: A star and a Sheik!! My house loves you. Diane G.

     01 Jun 2009 Diane Metaxas Gasparatos Report Comment

241. Thank you so much for coming back to music Yusuf. You are without doubt my favourite artist and the new stuff sounds great. I love the mellow style, which reflects your ethos perfectly, but it would still be good to hear you belt out a couple more tracks, like you used too (think back to Bitterblue, for example), but perhaps next album?!
     
     I saw you at Shepherds Bush last week and you blew me away - I only wish you'd played for longer! I hope that I get to re-live that experience at least once more in my life.

     01 Jun 2009 Paul Tyers Report Comment

242. As'Salamu Alaikum Brother Yusuf, You embraced Islam 30 years ago and Allah chose you to be a Muslim. I was also chosen to be a Muslim 30 years ago.
     
     I had not listened to music in a very long time, but I heard you had new albums out and wanted to hear your new recordings. It brought back memories of when I was a teenager and enjoyed listening to your songs. Masha-Allah the words to your songs on the Roadsinger are very beautiful and with deep meaning. May Allah bless you for bringing understanding. "In the quietness of our thoughts Allah is so close."

     01 Jun 2009 kamillah Report Comment

243. I have enjoyed your music for so many years. It is unbelievable to think that I may someday get the chance to see you preform in NYC. I was a child in the 1970's & have have always dreamed about being at one of your concerts! Your music has gotten me thru many a bad time. The new album is beyond fabulous. Hoping to get to see you soon. Roberta Sanders

     01 Jun 2009 Roberta Sanders Report Comment

244. "Roadsinger" was a purchase made based on the article in NEWSWEEK, and it was a great purchase. I wish there was a bigger book of lyrics, because some of the words would have been reinforced if the lyrics were included. Some of the songs were hooked with old Cat Stevens melodies. The songs are better than expected, somewhat a forward moving throwback. I look forward to his tour.

     31 May 2009 Philip O'Brien Report Comment

245. I have loved you since 1973 and still play your songs, but something is missing-passion for your music and the message. I have prayed for you for 30 years and ask Jesus to reveal Himself to you. You are an awesome musician and I hope you keep on singing.

     31 May 2009 Marguerite Coffield Report Comment

246. i'm so disappointed ...it's just a collection of very short,similiar and extremely lazy songs.....i worship the ground he walks on but this is just so poor. this is the worst album he's ever made.

     31 May 2009 Ross Aylott Report Comment

247. Thank you, Yusuf, for your new album. I was wondering how I was going to stretch my budget to purchase it when I entered a local Aussie radio station competition, and of course I had forgotten about my entry when a copy of your cd arrived in the mail yesterday!! I was absolutely over the moon it made my day and I am slowly getting to learn the lyrics.
     
     Please consider coming down to Australia. Lots of artists pass us by when touring so please consider this ageing Aussie fan who still has her treasured first cassette of yours that I purchased with my first pay packet - hmm - many moons ago now! So thank you for reminding me to treasure and value the peace, calmness and joy that your music takes me too. Thank you. Lesley

     31 May 2009 Lesley Smith Report Comment

248. Dear Yusuf, thank you for one more gift of faithful words, resp. authentic lyrics and their corresponding melodies. Your music is a not ageing friend, a timeless attendant for remaining moments. I am glad to be able to share this lifetime with you. I hope you will go on writing what your heart will receive.

     31 May 2009 Tilo Nathan Report Comment

249. Your music still gives me chills. I can't express how much I treasure all you have given to this poor world and to my soul. You make this world a better place!

     31 May 2009 giuliana Report Comment

250. Welcome back! We've missed you but kept you close by continuing to listening to all of your wonderful music. After playing Roadsinger it's like you've picked up right where you left off. It takes me back to the Majikat tour of 1976 in Los Angeles. Still one of the best concerts I've ever attended. Thank you.

     31 May 2009 Larry Myres Report Comment

251. And The Rain...well love everything you do really!!

     31 May 2009 Cynthia Report Comment

252. I love Thinking 'Bout You and the video.

     31 May 2009 Cynthia Report Comment

253. It is too early to tell where Roadsinger sits alongside the Cat Stevens albums, I still need multiple listens for that. There is one thing that hit me right away. And that was the feeling that I had either been transported back to 1978 and time for another Cat Stevens record; or better yet, that Yusuf had not missed a step or a beat bringing his music into the 21st century. A great addition to an amazing musical legacy!

     30 May 2009 mr. vinyl Report Comment

254. Fabulous! Food for thought, music for spirit. My humble request... one or two compositions with a "Peace Train" type of tempo to fill our hearts would complete my wish list - no pressure... Warmest wishes, peace.

     30 May 2009 Rod Morgan Report Comment

255. I love Roadsinger - hard to pick favourites - they're all fabulous!! I'm so glad Yusuf has found a way to embrace his musical talent again, and has the wisdom to bridge his spirituality with the music industry now. Thank God that Yusuf's son took a guitar into their family home and Yusuf picked it up!! It's wonderful to hear the blend of Arab and European music too. I'm so grateful that Yusuf's music is in my life.

     30 May 2009 Sandie Ritter Report Comment

256. Yusuf, Thank you for bringing your music back to the world. For the longest time I couldn't understand why you embraced a religion that made you feel you couldn't use your God-given musical and lyrical talents. I am so happy that you've come back around and that you saw the light! ;-D The world is a better place with you and your music. Thank you!

     30 May 2009 Martha Wood Report Comment

257. On that magical day, when I met you back in 1973, I was 16 and you were in Manny's Music Store. You treated me with sensitivity and warmth, and even sent me your photo as I had wished. You walked out that day and soon afterwards began a journey into a new life. At my graduation the next year, I quoted you, "Why wait until it's your time to die before you learn what you were born to do?" and I understood. Now you've embraced your past self and welcomed him into your future, sharing all the gifts of a life well lived. Thank you, Fran Newman

     30 May 2009 Fran Newman-McCarthy Report Comment

258. Yusuf, I cannot thank you enough for yet another brilliant album. I have been a lifetime fan of your very individual music. The words of all your songs should be listened to by so many more people in the world so that peace in the world would be easier to achieve. Long may your music continue. Love, peace and happiness.

     30 May 2009 Graham Allen Report Comment

259. Thanks a lot you are singing and thanks a lot for the different kinds of music you do - thanks for the nasheed, thanks for An Other Cup, Roadsinger. What I really love: There is a message to everyone listening to your songs - no matter, if Muslim, Christian, what ever. Go on singing - to be what you must, just reach out for what you are. A big Salaam from Germany!

     30 May 2009 Carolin Pukallus Report Comment

260. I listened to you from the time I was 13 or 14. I practiced your songs on guitar and have collected every album - and now CD. I have been a lifetime fan and I would love to see you play a US tour. I have to admit that while I have bought both of your newest CD's, the music doesn't touch me the way the older music does. Of course, you have changed and so have I. Your voice is the same lovely voice that I remember and I will keep listening and wiil hope for the next CD to touch my soul.

     30 May 2009 Gianine Carbone Report Comment

261. After listening to your new album a few times I cried a bit because I realised you really started to make your music again. Since I am a big fan for 33 years this is so good. I like This Glass World very much, it's strong and surprises me each time I hear it over and over, as all your music does actually. Thank you so much! To me God is not something men can put into words and therefore I am neither Christian nor Islamic. I see a bridge there too, I can build it. Thank you.

     30 May 2009 Karin Halink Report Comment

262. As a lifelong devotee I will always avidly look foreward to new Yusuf releases. I have the Roadsinger cd and have listened to it repeatedly, and although the voice is still amazing I can't truthfully say there is one song I truly love. There seems to be some of the old magic missing.

     30 May 2009 thomas topp Report Comment

263. I LOVE your new cd & I'm so glad you've decided to share your voice & words with us again; you've been given such a beautiful gift. I hope you come to Florida, Inshallah! Peace & Love.. :)

     30 May 2009 kim Report Comment

264. I love your new album Roadsinger, it's beautiful music, your music helps heal what's wrong with the world. This album is mellower than the old Cat Stevens albums and I kind of miss the snappy-ness of the old albums but I understand that people change and so do their styles. Please keep making music and performing, I hope to see you in concert here in L.A. or Long Beach one day.

     30 May 2009 Steven Stein Report Comment

265. Yusuf, thank you for making music once again. I love your new album. You have been responsible for having an incredible influence on my spiritual journey with your words and music. Your music has and continues to bring me closer to God. My wife and I had the honor of seeing you at the El Rey Theatre in L.A. and it is something that I will cherish and never forget. "Efharisto". May the peace of God be with you.

     30 May 2009 George Stathakis Report Comment

266. When I was young, I found so much love and wisdom in your songs I was heartbroken when you left but I understood. Now I am a born again Christian and you are a gentle and wise Muslim, both having a deep love for our Saviours. Your latest songs run so deep in your love for Allah, you have broken barriers in public opinion of the Muslim religion. Your reward will be great for that. Beautiful songs. I think, aside from 'Peace Train', your best and wisest yet. So, though I would never leave my Jesus, I say Allah be with you. As you say, There is "only one God" and He loves us all! Thank you for being you.

     30 May 2009 Claudia Curtis Report Comment

267. My brother: your music & vibe have have been wonderful for all these years. Thank you & godbless - jack, marilyn, robbie & devon jameson

     30 May 2009 jack jameson Report Comment

268. I thought AN OTHER CUP was a beautiful album, but I think this latest one, ROADSINGER, is even better. I've immersed myself in it like very few albums in recent memory-- and I LOVE and download music constantly. There is a wisdom and honesty to this music that is timeless. It's so nice to hear music that MEANS something, that reveals, and teaches, and makes you think, and entertains all at the same time. Your work years ago was wonderful, but I think you've gotten better with age, Yusuf. God bless you, and may we continue to hear you sing your song for many years to come.

     30 May 2009 Matt Talvi Report Comment

269. I love your new album. I can remember driving around in Gunnison CO in the winters of 1970-1973 listening to your music with the snow falling and everything white. On nights when it was 20 below zero we would sit around and discuss how your life must be. I am glad you are making music again. My son is a self made guitar player that is highly enfluenced by you (he has a tatoo of "Catch Bull @ 4" on his arm) and writes all his own music. He has your light shining inside, a fire that you have stoked. Thank you for being here for us.

     30 May 2009 Mark Templeton Report Comment

270. "Roadsinger" is a truly beautiful, brilliant album. I love every song, but I guess that "Everytime I Dream" and "Roadsinger" are my favourites. Yusuf, you still have the most beautiful, soulful voice. I'm so glad this is happening for you... and for the world. Peace and Blessings~Pattie

     30 May 2009 Pattie Lennon Report Comment

271. Yusuf, I am in awe of your talent and wisdom and not much of the day goes by without the tune of one of your many songs, past and present, going through my mind. I have purchased all your past albums on CD to restore and complete and the newest, Roadsinger is extraordinary. You have always been so inspired and gifted and the Spirit enlightens you like no other I have ever known. Thank You for listening and for writing and sharing this love with us all. "....and Love is all he said" Theresa

     30 May 2009 Theresa Report Comment

272. I haven't had the chance to get the cd yet. I got to listen to the samples here and your voice is still exactly the same, Yusuf. Sounds like the good old days to me!! Thanks a million for giving it back to us. God bless you!!! Gina

     30 May 2009 Regina Report Comment

273. Roadsinger is my favorite - but all are wonderful. So many have experienced the things you sing about in Roadsinger - friends who turn their back - people who just don't understand. Wiping tears from our eyes, we continue on - now that you have returned to help steer us with your magical lyrics, and beautiful melodies. Thank you Yusuf - for coming back. You have been SO missed, and your vision is needed now, I think, more than ever. Encourage Yoriyos to speak out - he has talent, and the vision!! Peace and light ~~~~ Nancy

     30 May 2009 Nancy Report Comment

274. Opalsun You have come into my life at the right time. Allah be praised..we are so lucky to feel your love again!

     30 May 2009 Valerie Christy Report Comment

275. My first mix tape was of Cat Stevens' music. That 8-track tape shaped a young heart when his twin had cancer. 'An Other Cup' and now this 'Roadsinger' is that friendly voice Love put in my way as i need now. thankfully... and no 8 track recorder needed. Roadsinger is wonderful start to finish. All kind of roses fills your heart... thanks...

     30 May 2009 tim williams Report Comment

276. It's a Masterpiece, thank you for the new album, and thanks to God I met your music as a child and grew up with it. Yusuf Islam always gaves me a positive energy for the life and the soul. Very well done. Selam

     30 May 2009 Samir Report Comment

277. Dear Yusuf, you got your voice from God, you got your songs from your heart, you got the text from your brain, you got your fans from your love which we got, you will get your future from God, your heart, your brain and the love which will come back. Thank you for all what we got from you ... your old and new music and your believing. Steven from Germany.

     29 May 2009 Steffanos von Theos Report Comment

278. Destiny called; Cat Stevens life story has come full circle and what an amazing story it is... "To be what you must, you must give up what you are"

     29 May 2009 Rui Fernandes Report Comment

279. j'aime cet album et surtout all kinds of roses; merci de venir en france pour un concert;

     29 May 2009 babitou Report Comment

280. He's back! In fact if one has chosen to stay informed he has never left...his life has evolved and now evolved again...his journey continues. Yusuf has been an important part of my life for almost 4 decades. He has made a difference in my life and in the lives of many. His message is true, pure and heaven sent. "To be what you must, You must give up what you are" - On behalf of the many - Thank you for embracing what you are. "Whatever you say, lightens up the burden of the day..." The "Blessed Echo" of our past is part of our daily lives again. Much respect and love. God bless you. ED - NH

     29 May 2009 Ed Gross Report Comment

281. I am so happy that you have been recording again. I missed you so much. This is a true blessing in my life. I absolutely love your new albums Yusuf. Not just because they are YOU and I am hoping to find something from the past but because the albums are filled with great songwriting, melodies, production values and words of wisdom and love. Thank you for the gifts. Two little discs of treasure of the heart. Dean.

     29 May 2009 dean prescott Report Comment

282. Dear Yusuf - my wife and I are thrilled with the new release and have been eagerly awaiting its arrival for months. The CD is the best of both worlds: New works that harken back in style and substance. We truly can't choose favorite tracks as we love each of them and are savoring (savouring) them but, if pushed, "Roadsinger" and "Welcome Home" are awesome and "Shamsia" is unspeakably beautiful and delicate. Your talent is boundless dear sir!
     
     We live in New Hampshire in the U.S.A. If you are ever interested in an intimate venue (260 or less) we've got just the place for you! It has been a distinct pleasure to have been fans of yours from the very beginning. Thank you for letting us come on the journey that is your life. You and your music are rare, precious and beautiful. We have enjoyed watching you recently on Stateside television shows such as "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno", "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" and the "Steven Colbert Report." Yes, we've caught them all! We are also thrilled that you have the GREAT Alun Davies by your side again! Here's one couple who still have his "Daydo" vinyl LP.

     29 May 2009 Wayne Bovi Report Comment

283. Thank you for the new songs, and the especially touching use of snippets of the old ones. I haven't heard such beautiful music with a pure spiritual message since we lost George Harrison.

     29 May 2009 James Crisan Report Comment

284. Love you Yusuf, my son (13 years) does too... you delight our lives with your voice, guitar, lyrics, melodies.... We do love you... we enjoy "all kinds of roses " and all your music! Raja and Wassim from Tunisia.

     29 May 2009 raya Report Comment

285. I've only had Roadsinger for a week now. Love it, so far my favorite is "Everytime I Dream". I'm hoping for a show in Cleveland.

     29 May 2009 Paula Balish Report Comment

286. I bought "Roadsinger" while visiting London recently. I have loved Cat/Yusuf for so long and every new release is an absolute joy for me. Janette (Paris / Adelaide)

     29 May 2009 Janette Report Comment

287. Roadsinger is a fantastic album. My favourites have to be Welcome Home, Roadsinger and Thinking 'Bout You. My 5 year old daughter loves them too so you have a new fan! I can't wait to see you in concert sometime soon!

     29 May 2009 Imran Rasool Report Comment

288. Yusuf: Thousands of your fans worldwide would love to hear you in concert again.If there's ever any way you could tour, even in a limited way, you would bring happiness to many of us, as your recordings also do Marilyn

     29 May 2009 marilyn boudreau Report Comment

289. Thank you for coming back to us, you are so special.

     29 May 2009 judith atherton Report Comment

290. Roadsinger is one of Yusuf's best albums of his entire career; the orchestration and vocals are stunning. Very well done!

     29 May 2009 marilyn boudreau Report Comment

291. The right time, the right place, the right man to tell the stories. Thank you for bringing them to us Yusuf. Your voice and message are needed in this mad world. James

     29 May 2009 James Eoppolo Report Comment

292. I love the album. You know you have a winner when you can't get the songs out of your head. It would be difficult to choose a favorite song from the album. I'm thrilled to be hearing your familiar voice and guitar again. I hope you go on tour in the USA, and if you do, I hope you come to Atlanta, GA. Welcome home! Please don't leave us again. Your music means a great deal to us. Candy Ellison

     29 May 2009 Candace Ellison Report Comment

293. It's wonderful. Thank you for coming back to us. (On another subject - I'm SOOOO disappointed. I donated some money to WFUV here in NY so as to obtain two tickets to a private show at Highline Ballroom on May 3rd. I was so upset when the concert was canceled! It was a dream come true, only to be dashed! Come visit NY again soon, please!)

     29 May 2009 rose Report Comment

294. I love the album, it sounds great! Thank you Yusuf and we're so happy to have you back! Sufi from Sweden

     29 May 2009 Sufi Safavi Report Comment

295. I love Roadsinger =] My favorite has to be "The Rain" and after that "Roadsinger."

     29 May 2009 Ben Atkinson Report Comment

296. I love Roadsinger. Two or three of the songs keep getting stuck in my head, and I'm happy to be 'hearing' them as I go through the day. Where can I get a copy of "Back to Earth"?

     29 May 2009 Jean Colton Report Comment

297. All Kinds of Roses; I first heard it on the Zoe Ball Radio 2 session and it brought tears to my eyes. A beautiful song.

     29 May 2009 Yusuf Bonner Report Comment

298. I love the album. Still can't decide which is my favourite song. Thank you for being back again.

     29 May 2009 Els Report Comment